BULLETIN NO. 15888

BULLETIN NO.
15888

CDEC Doc Log No.
08-2582-68

Log Category of Documents:
Pertains to conduct of combat operations on the outskirts of Saigon. Document contains five Parts: Part I outlines the importance and characteristics of combat operations on the outskirts of Saigon; Part 2 covers requirements and combat missions of VC/NVA units on the outskirts of Saigon; Part 3 provides guidance on conducting combat activities on the outskirts of Saigon; Part IV suggests combat tactics to be utilized; and Part 5 dictates the implementation of combat support activities.

Coordinate
XS825650

Keywords People
William R. Graham

Keywords Location
Saigon

Keywords Objects
Weapons, ammunition, logistic installations, airfields, depots

Summarize
Outlines combat tactics and the critical nature of outskirts control for supporting VC/NVA activities within Saigon. Emphasizes securing personnel replacements, ammo resupply, provisions, and evacuation of the wounded. Details FWMAF/RVNAF weaknesses and strategic objectives of VC/NVA to establish control.

Log Category of Documents:
Directive

PAVN Unit
Doan 129 poss Combat Operations Office, Mil Staff Dept

PAVN MR.
N/A

Log Capture Date
16 Jan 25

Log Capture Coordinates

Log Capture Coordinates
2/60 Inf,3/9th US Inf Div

ARVN CTZ
N/A

CDEC Receive Date
26/8/1968

Capture Location
Saigon