Nixons Trident

Author : John Darrell Sherwood
Publisher : Government Printing Office
ISBN 13 : 0160928699
Total Pages : 180 pages
Book Rating : 4.97/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Nixon's Trident: Naval Power in Southeast Asia, 1968-1972 written by John Darrell Sherwood and published by Government Printing Office. This book was released on 2015-05-01 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This commemoration booklet focuses on naval air power during the final years of the Vietnam War. For much of this period, Navy aircraft sought to hamper the flow of supplies down the Ho Chi Minh Trail in Laos—a huge investment in air power resources that ultimately proved fruitless. After North Vietnam’s invasion of the South in 1972, however, Navy tactical aviation, as well as naval gunfire support, proved critical, not only in blunting the offensive but also in persuading North Vietnam to arrive at a peace agreement in Paris in1973. The Navy’s forward presence saved the day in 1972 and allowed President Nixon to finally achieve “peace with honor.”

Author : John Darrell Sherwood
Publisher : Government Printing Office
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 88 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Nixon's Trident written by John Darrell Sherwood and published by Government Printing Office. This book was released on 2008 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book focuses on the three prongs of the naval trident that President Nixon wielded during the final years of the Vietnam War: naval air power, naval bombardment, and mine warfare. For much of this period, Navy aircraft sought to hamper the flow of supplies down the Ho Chi Minh Trail in Laos-a huge investment in air power resources that ultimately proved fruitless. After North Vietnam's invasion of the South in 1972, however, Navy tactical aviation, as well as naval bombardment, proved critical not only in blunting the offensive but also in persuading North Vietnam to arrive at a peace agreement in Paris in 1973. For the first time in the war, the Navy was also authorized to close Haiphong Harbor and North Vietnam's other ports with naval mines-an operation that still stands out as a textbook example of how mine warfare can inflict a major economic and psychological blow on the enemy with minimal casualties for either side. Thus, naval power was indispensible to ending America's longest war. -- Provided by publisher.

Author : Department of Department of the Navy
Publisher : CreateSpace
ISBN 13 : 9781505469127
Total Pages : 88 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Nixon's Trident written by Department of Department of the Navy and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2014-12-11 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On 31 January 1968, the North Vietnamese Army (NVA) and Viet Cong (VC) guerrillas launched a spectacular offensive in South Vietnam. Five of the country's six major cities, 36 of its 44 provincial capitals, and 64 of its 245 district capitals were attacked that day. A sapper squad even penetrated the grounds of the U.S. Embassy in Saigon. The media broadcast images of combat at the embassy and in other key cities, causing tremendous psychological shock for the American viewing public. Ultimately, U.S. and Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) troops killed or captured most of the enemy combatants in Saigon in the next few days. Allied troops quelled most of the fighting in the rest of the country by March, killing over 58,000 NVA and VC troops in the process. The ARVN suffered 4,954 dead, and the Americans, 3,895. It would take North Vietnam four years to rebuild a force capable of mounting a similar offensive, and the Viet Cong never recovered.

Author : John Darrell Sherwood
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 88 pages
Book Rating : 4.55/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Nixon's Trident written by John Darrell Sherwood and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book focuses on the three prongs of the naval trident that President Nixon wielded during the final years of the Vietnam War: naval air power, naval bombardment, and mine warfare. For much of this period, Navy aircraft sought to hamper the flow of supplies down the Ho Chi Minh Trail in Laos-a huge investment in air power resources that ultimately proved fruitless. After North Vietnam's invasion of the South in 1972, however, Navy tactical aviation, as well as naval bombardment, proved critical not only in blunting the offensive but also in persuading North Vietnam to arrive at a peace agreement in Paris in 1973. For the first time in the war, the Navy was also authorized to close Haiphong Harbor and North Vietnam's other ports with naval mines-an operation that still stands out as a textbook example of how mine warfare can inflict a major economic and psychological blow on the enemy with minimal casualties for either side. Thus, naval power was indispensible to ending America's longest war. -- Provided by publisher.

Author : Nixon, Richard M.
Publisher : Best Books on
ISBN 13 : 1623769132
Total Pages : 1238 pages
Book Rating : 4.30/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Richard M. Nixon, 1969 written by Nixon, Richard M. and published by Best Books on. This book was released on 1971-01-01 with total page 1238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States

Author : Nixon, Richard M.
Publisher : Best Books on
ISBN 13 : 1623769159
Total Pages : 1362 pages
Book Rating : 4.54/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Richard M. Nixon, 1970 written by Nixon, Richard M. and published by Best Books on. This book was released on 1971-01-01 with total page 1362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States

Author : Tamara L. Britton
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781680778052
Total Pages : 40 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Richard Nixon written by Tamara L. Britton and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This biography introduces readers to Richard Nixon including his military service, early political career, and key events from Nixon's administration including his debates with John F. Kennedy, the Vietnam War, the Watergate scandal, and his resignation. Information about his childhood, family, personal life, and retirement years is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information."--Publisher's website.

Author : Edward C. Nixon
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781935359050
Total Pages : 0 pages
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Download or read book The Nixons written by Edward C. Nixon and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An intimate look into the family of one of this country's most influential, innovative, and controversial American Presidents. The life of Richard Milhous Nixon will forever be a focal point of 20th century American history. But until now, little has been written about the people who helped shape the ideals of this American icon. From his vantage point as the youngest Nixon son, Edward Nixon gives an insider's perspective not only on his famous brother and his remarkable life, but also on the two extended families that produced this man of profound intellect and influence. No other President has been tested as Richard Nixon was, but her never let adversity weaken his faith and undermine his determination. Now meet the people who journeyed through life with this extraordinary man and helped him build his legacy.

Author : Melvin Small
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780700612550
Total Pages : 428 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Presidency of Richard Nixon written by Melvin Small and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Small (history, Wayne State U.) uses a topical approach in his examination of Richard Nixon's controversial presidency. He examines both the military and diplomatic aspects of ending the Vietnam War while integrating Nixon's efforts to eliminate the antiwar movement. He also includes chapters on Nixon's domestic policies, his war with the media, Watergate, and a closing chapter on Nixon's post- presidential years. Small takes a fairly balanced approach to Nixon's presidency and incorporates reflections on Nixon's broader influence on American politics and culture. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : Nixon, Richard M.
Publisher : Best Books on
ISBN 13 : 1623769213
Total Pages : 1204 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Richard M. Nixon, 1973 written by Nixon, Richard M. and published by Best Books on. This book was released on 1975-01-01 with total page 1204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States