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| Your tour in the Republic of Vietnam is now behind you.
It has been a year of great progress--certainly a period in which the
American soldier has performed in the best traditions of the US Army.
You may leave this land of Vietnam--the jungles, mountains, and coastal
plains--with that inner satisfaction of knowing you have served the
cause of free men everywhere. The Republic of Vietnam and, indeed, our
own nation, are greatly in your debt for your efforts.
The people of the Republic of Vietnam now enjoy a greater sense of security and more prosperity than they have ever known. The Armed Forces of the Republic of Vietnam have begun to replace our units in the field. These advancements have been made possible through the joint efforts of US and Republic of Vietnam soldiers working together in the areas of Vietnamization and pacification. Now you are going home to rejoin your family and friends. They are proud of you and are anxiously awaiting your return. With you goes a world of knowledge and impressions based on the experiences you have had in Vietnam. Your friends, neighbors, and the people with whom you will work will look to you as an authority on what is happening in the Republic of Vietnam. This magazine, a history of this country and the year you spent here, may help you to tell your story. I commend you for the fine job you have completed in Vietnam. Warmest wishes for success in your future endeavors. |
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