August 1967*
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Patrol*
Que Son Valley, Vietnam.*
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After the heavy casualties of Union and Union II, 3/5 went on lighter duty, patrolling and security.*
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However, light duty can still be deadly. To keep the NVA and VC on their toes, Mike is ordered to conduct a combination patrol/ambush tonight. Head out in the afternoon, and reach the designated ambush sites before dark. Hope you surprise the VC and not vice-versa.*
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Epilogue:*
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This is a hypothetical, though probably typical, action of the 5th Marines during the summer of 1967. After driving the main force VC and NVA out of the Que Son valley, it was important to continue patrolling to discourage further infiltration. This battle represents a series of ambushes against NVA units trying to re-enter the western end of the valley.*
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