These historians sent many of the interview tapes and supporting documents to CMH for use in preparing the official history of the conflict. Most interviews were taped on open reel recorders and have not been converted to another tape format or transcribed. CMH does not have the resources to duplicate interview tapes, summaries, or transcripts. Advance notice is required to insure that specific VNITs are accessible and that appropriate equipment is available for listening to the interviews. Platoon heliborne assaults within a battalion area, seeking targets of opportunity.
Area of operations is northeast of Saigon.
Discusses brigade S-2 activities, problems, and operations. Discusses problems of static position occupied by mech battalion. Covers rules of engagement, training, sniper program, ARVN units, administration and logistics.