Historical Events tagged with "long binh"

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Military & Warfare

Long Binh Military Base Handed to South Vietnam

November 11th, 1972 52 years ago

The United States Army officially transferred control of the Long Binh military base to the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN). This significant event marked a key milestone in the policy of Vietnamization, which aimed to expand South Vietnam's military capabilities while reducing U.S. troop presence. Located near Saigon, Long Binh served as a critical logistics hub and command center during the war. The handover was part of the broader strategy to enable South Vietnam to maintain security and stability independently.

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Military & Warfare

Operation Coburg Targets Viet Cong and North Vietnamese

January 24th, 1968 57 years ago

Operation Coburg was launched by the 1st Australian Task Force targeting North Vietnamese Army and Viet Cong units in late January. The operation took place around Long Bình and Biên Hòa, strategically important locations in South Vietnam. The aim was to disrupt enemy operations and strengthen the Australian position in the region. Australian forces engaged in extensive combat, leading to significant encounters that tested their capabilities and resolve.

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