LONG TAN: BATTLE ROYAL*
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Australia Defense*
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Viet Cong Assault*
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Date: August 18th, 1966.*
Location: Xa Long Tan, South Vietnam.*
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On August 18th, 1966 rifle Company D of the Australians First Australian Task Force (1ATF) fought in monsoon rain against the entire 275th Regiment plus the Province Local Force Battalion (D445th) and changed the balance of power in Phuoc Tuy province, southeast of Saigon. The battle set such a standard for bravery that August 18th is the Australian National Day for Vietnam Veterans.*
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Number of Turns: 8.*
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The Australian side is suggested for the human player.*
