Operation_Keystone_Cardinal

Operation Keystone Cardinal

Operation Keystone Cardinal

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Operation Keystone Cardinal was the withdrawal of the 3rd Marine Division from South Vietnam, taking place from 30 September to 27 November 1969.

Background

Following the withdrawal of the 9th Marine Regiment from South Vietnam in Operation Keystone Eagle, planning began for the withdrawal of the remaining units of 3rd Marine Division in line with the plans prepared by MACV.[1]

Operation

The Keystone Cardinal redeployments took place as follows:[1]: 167–8 

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Aftermath

Operation Keystone Cardinal concluded on 27 November 1969.[1]: 168 

References

Public Domain This article incorporates public domain material from websites or documents of the United States Marine Corps.

  1. [1]
    Smith, Charles (1988). U.S. Marines in Vietnam: High Mobility and Standdown 1969. History and Museums Division, Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps. pp. 166-9. ISBN 978-1494287627.
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