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What was cap in Vietnam?

The Marines Combined Action Platoon programCAPwas one of the most innovative approaches to pacification used in Vietnam. From experience in other civil wars in Haiti, Nicaragua, and the Dominican Republic, the Marine Corps believed that firepower alone would not subdue the enemy, that the people had to be won over.

What the Marines believe about war and warfare?

It is critical in war to seize, maintain, and exploit the initiative. All warfare involves the interplay between initiative and response. Taking the initiative allows you to dictate the terms of conflict, pursue a positive aim, and impose your will upon the enemy. If the enemy seizes the initiative, you must respond.

What is the combined action platoon in the Marine Corps?

The Combined Action Program involved aggressive day and night patrolling, holding regular medical clinics, and participating in civic action projects to improve village life, when possible. In 1969, the programs peak year, platoons conducted 149,000 patrols, day and night. Serving in a CAP was dangerous duty.

How many men in a USMC platoon?

A rifle platoon commanded by a platoon commander and assisted by the platoon Sgt, generally has about 4350 Marines, 3 Squads of around 13 Marines. Each squad typically has 3 fireteams with 4 Marines each.

What is the combined action platoons a strategy for peace enforcement?

The concept of combining a squad of marines with local Popular Forces (PFs) and assigning them a village to protect proved to be a force multiplier. The CAP concept was effective in denying the enemy a sanctuary at the local village level.

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