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Battle of Hamburger Hill

1969 • A-Shau-Tal Abnutzung

Historical Overview

Extremely costly assault on Hill 937; later abandoned.

Quick Facts

Outcome:US victory (Tact.).

USA (7th Cavalry)

  • Commander: Weldon Honeycutt
  • Strength: 1.800 Mann
  • Casualties: 72

N. Vietnam (PAVN)

  • Commander: unbekannt
  • Strength: 1.500 Mann
  • Casualties: 630

Strategic Context

Peak of criticism against US attrition strategy.

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Historical Locations

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