Combined Action Platoons in Vietnam

Abstract

This paper will explain the origins of the Combined Action Program, what the combined actions platoons were, why they were effective, and how the experiences of the combined action platoons are relevant to future counterinsurgencies.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 27, 2012
Accession Number
ADA601432

Entities

People

  • Christopher Reynolds

Organizations

  • Marine Corps University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Asymmetric Warfare
  • Combat Support
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Counterinsurgency
  • Doctrine
  • Governments
  • Guerrilla Warfare
  • Language
  • Local Governments
  • Marine Corps
  • Medical Evacuation
  • Military Operations
  • National Governments
  • New York
  • United States
  • United States Government
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Military Training and Readiness Simulation
  • Military and Counterinsurgency Studies.
  • Systems Analysis and Design