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Traces sequence of events leading to negotiations. Discusses the American military strategy and causes of its shortcomings, resulting in military success which could not be translated into permanent political advantage. Analyzes the pacification program and results of the Tet offensive. Describes the environment of negotiations citing areas of agreement and disagreement and limits on action imposed by the South Vietnamese, Moscow, Peking and the National Liberation Front. Outlines lessons of the bombing halt. Deals with issues involved in a ceasefire and a coalition government. Recommends seeking agreement on ultimate goals first and working back to the details to implement them
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