Vietnam War: Monsoon Season Force Disposition Study

Description

Vietnam Monsoon War Study: Force Disposition

Detailed Timeline of Main Events

• March 1968: This is the point in time at which the “Vietnam War: Monsoon Season Force Disposition Study” evaluates the existing situation in II Corps Tactical Zone regarding operational concepts and force disposition. The study uses this as a baseline for its analysis and recommendations.
• Period of the Southwest Monsoon (Ongoing in March 1968 and future): The study focuses on this recurring seasonal period in II Corps Tactical Zone. It aims to provide guidance on tactical concepts considered appropriate for conducting battles during this monsoon season.
• Publication/Issuance of the “Vietnam War: Monsoon Season Force Disposition Study”: The study is completed and made available (the exact date of publication within or after March 1968 is not specified in the provided text). Its purpose is to guide Field Force Vietnam on how to operate effectively during future monsoon seasons.

Cast of Characters

• Field Force Vietnam: This is the primary entity for whom the study is conducted. It represents the command structure of U.S. Army forces in Vietnam. The study is intended to provide them with operational concepts and guidance.
• Personnel involved in creating the “Vietnam War: Monsoon Season Force Disposition Study”: While not named individually, this group of individuals within Field Force Vietnam or contracted by them would have been responsible for conducting the analysis, evaluating the situation in II Corps Tactical Zone, and formulating the tactical concepts and force disposition recommendations outlined in the study. They are the authors and researchers behind this document.

Vietnam War: Monsoon Season Force Disposition Study

A Field Force Vietnam study concerning operational concepts and desired force disposition during the period of the southwest monsoon in II Corps Tactical Zone. Evaluates the situation as it existed in March 1968 and provides guidance on tactical concepts considered appropriate in the conduct of the battle during the monsoon.