THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE PLAIN OF REEDS: SOME POLITICO-MILITARY IMPLICATIONS

Abstract

The reclamation of the Plain of Reeds for use as a resettlement area has long been contemplated by a Mekong committee which includes representatives of Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and South Vietnam. A number of preliminary studies have revealed that the task of reclamation would be particularly difficult and costly, primarily because a major effort at drainage would be required and the unproductive soils would have to be treated. Much of the Plain has been a haven for communist forces and their supporting elements since 1950. Considering the national security interests of South Vietnam, it becomes apparent that the penetration of the Plain by government forces and its eventual resettlement could help eliminate one major center of communist action.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 1969
Accession Number
AD0697067

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  • V. J. Croizat

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  • RAND Corporation

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