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REGISTER HERE The Scene Combat Base Walter Murphy lies on the outskirts of Hue City. Nearby ARVN post Khong Con has requested support from the 1st Marine Division to bolster their defenses. Marines from 2nd Battalion 5th Marines have been assigned to CB Walter Murphy. About Tet and Hue Tet is the Vietnamese New Year, and the most important celebration in Vietnamese culture. Vietnamese people usually return to their families during Tet. Some return to worship at the family altar or visit the graves of their ancestors in their homeland. They also clean the graves of their family as a sign of respect. Although Tet is a national holiday among all Vietnamese, each region and religion has its own customs. Tet in the three Vietnamese regions can be divided into three periods, known as Tat Nien (penultimate New Year's Eve), Giao Thua (New Year's Eve), and Tan Nien (the New Year), representing the preparation before Tet, the eve of Tet, and the days of and following Tet, respectively. Hue is a city in central Vietnam that was the seat of Nguyen Dynasty emperors from 1802 to 1945, and capital of the protectorate of Annam. A major attraction is its vast, 19th-century citadel, surrounded by a moat and thick stone walls. It encompasses the Imperial City, with palaces and shrines; the Forbidden Purple City, once the emperor's home; and a replica of the Royal Theater. Getting Involved US Military Assistance Command, Vietnam and the People's Army of Viet Nam are looking for hardworking and dedicated troops to fill in available positions. Here you will be able to join the force of your choosing. Good luck. |