Clear, Hold, and Destroy

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The analysis focuses on Phú Yên, a coastal province in Vietnam that struggled with security during the American War. It highlights the American strategy of pacification, aimed at winning the support of the Vietnamese people, and examines the challenges faced in establishing control over the province. By exploring the consistent failures of these efforts, the author provides insights into the complexities of the pacification strategy and its implications for the broader conflict in Vietnam.