Military & Warfare

First Major American Ground Battle in Vietnam

U.S. Marines launched Operation Starlite to assault a Viet Cong stronghold on the Van Tuong peninsula. This operation represented the first substantial engagement of American troops in Vietnam, demonstrating the U.S. commitment to countering the Viet Cong influence in South Vietnam. The objective was to seize control of strategic areas and disrupt the Viet Cong's operations. The Marines encountered resistance but ultimately achieved their goals, marking a significant escalation in the American military presence in the region.

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