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The Son Tay Raid:  A Study in Presidental Policy

 

The Son Tay Raid: A Study in Presidential Policy

Setting the Stage: Nixon's Policy

Linking the Political Strategy to Son Tay

Intelligence and the Decision

The Story: Organizing, Planning, Executing

Raid Reaction

A 'Win-Win' for Nixon

In Conclusion: A Question to Consider

Appendix A: POW Political Timeline up to Son Tay

Appendix B: Interview with Melvin R. Laird

Appendix C:  Selected Images

Appendix D: Interview with Benjamin Schemmer

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