JOURNAL ARTICLE

UPROOTING THE VIET CONG.

  • Published In: History of War, 2025, n. 148. P. 38 1 of 3

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: MURPHY, EDWARD F. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the Civil Operations and Revolutionary Development Support (CORDS), a U.S. program aimed at fostering anti-communist sentiments in South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Established on May 9, 1967, CORDS sought to improve rural security, weaken insurgent infrastructure, and integrate military and civilian efforts in pacification. Key figures included Robert W. Komer, who led the initiative, and John Paul Vann, a notable civilian advisor who commanded U.S. troops in a war zone. Despite some successes in pacifying the region, CORDS ultimately struggled to win the "hearts and minds" of the local population and faced challenges due to bureaucratic inefficiencies and corruption within the South Vietnamese government. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History of War. 2025/08, Issue 148, p38
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Military History and Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2054-376X
  • Accession Number:186574723
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