Operation Pershing Sweeps in South Vietnam

Operation Pershing was a major offensive by U.S. 1st Cavalry soldiers in South Vietnam aimed at routing a large Viet Cong force. The operation involved intense conflict in villages, where enemy suspects used various tactics to hinder U.S. forces. Peasant villagers were caught in the crossfire, leading to strategic measures like burning villages to prevent future use by the Viet Cong. Residents were relocated, and U.S. forces provided medical aid to civilians affected by the war.

What was the primary objective of Operation Pershing conducted by the U.S. 1st Cavalry soldiers?

• To establish a new base in South Vietnam

• To provide humanitarian aid to villagers

• To seek and eliminate a large Viet Cong force

• To negotiate peace with the Viet Cong

What tactics did enemy suspects use to slow down the American cavalrymen?

• Building fortifications

• Engaging in peace talks

• Using grenades, automatic weapons, and land mines

• Setting up roadblocks

Why was the village set on fire during the operation?

• To clear land for new settlements

• To prevent its future use by the Viet Cong

• To create a diversion for retreating forces

• To signal victory to other troops

What happened to the residents of the rural settlements involved in the conflict?

• They were left to rebuild their homes

• They were relocated to a new area

• They were recruited into the U.S. forces

• They were given weapons to defend themselves

How did the U.S. forces show compassion towards civilians affected by the operation?

• By offering them financial compensation

• By providing them with new homes

• By treating women and children at a field hospital

• By allowing them to join the military