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Mechanized rifle troop (M-113)

Changes in corps boundaries place more of the Mekog River complex under control of III Corps. Changes in the II and III Corps boundaries relieved III Corps of responsibility for the major portion of the mountainous region to the north. Reorganization of armor elements saw the creation of two new groups. These new groups provide for the placement of additional armor operating in the delta area and are composed of troops taken from armored cavalry squadrons of the I, II, and IV Corps. In recognition of the larger area of responsibility of II Corps, no change in armor strength was considered advisable as was done after the corps boundary changes. Major activity in armor employment again centered in the areas of III and IV Corps. Summaries of actions observed are contained in sections II through VII, following. The preceding reports remain valid in their observations concerning the increased insurgent attention to means of defeating armor and the escape of insurgent forces because of failure to execute prompt and aggressive assault. Casualties, vehicle damage, and operation successes are directly related to the aggressiveness of the unit in action. Logistical support requirements pertaining to major assembly replacement, including engine rebuild, are contained in annex C. This annex also outlines distribution of cupolas, by type, in ARVN. A description of test troops, discussion of test objectives, and operational plan of test are contained in previous test reports.

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