U. S. Naval Forces, Vietnam Monthly Historical Summary for July 1971
Abstract
Enemy activity remained low throughout the Delta for the second straight month, as the guerrillas continued to refit and resupply, and attempted to increase their strength at the grass roots level in preparation for the GVN elections coming up next month. Vital POL continued to reach the Cambodian capital in an ever increasing supply, as the number of ships per convoy was doubled during the month. Cloud units significantly enhanced the effectiveness of TRAN HUNG DAO XV Inner Barrier operations throughout the month. The 'Clouds' were highly mobile task units patrolling in high infiltration threat areas in all four coastal zones. The units were functioning smoothly by the end of the month, despite early coordination problems. During July, Vietnamization slowed somewhat as only one significant item was turned over to the Vietnamese, the ACTOVRAD station at Vung Tau. U.S. Navy in-country strength continued to decrease, reaching 10,398 men on 31 July, a reduction of about 500 men over last month's strength figures.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1971
- Accession Number
- ADA953900