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“I don't think I have been loved by my troops, but I think I have been respected.”

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William Westmoreland

William Westmoreland, a renowned American military commander, was born on March 26, 1914, and passed away on July 18, 2005. He served as the commander of U.S. forces in the Vietnam War, and is known for his role in the conflict. more

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