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Tet Offensive

1968 • landesweit Großoffensive

Historical Overview

Nationwide offensive by the North; psychological turning point.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Tact. US / Strat. North.

USA & S. Vietnam

  • Commander: William Westmoreland
  • Strength: 1000000
  • Casualties: 4100

N. Vietnam (PAVN)

  • Commander: Vo Nguyen Giap
  • Strength: 80.000 Mann
  • Casualties: 45000

Strategic Context

Attempt to provoke a general uprising in the South.

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Historical Locations

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