S2 Ep13: Tet - Part One: Hue
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The Tet Offensive: A Turning Point in Vietnam
This chapter explores the historical significance of January 31, 1968, marking the beginning of the Tet Offensive during the Vietnam War. It discusses the surprise nature of the attacks and the intelligence failures that contributed to the U.S. unpreparedness, despite optimistic reports prior to the assaults. The narrative shifts as the shocking events at the U.S. Embassy in Saigon alter public perception of the war, revealing the intense and chaotic realities faced by American forces.
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