The Vietnam War – Khe Sanh 1968: “The Impregnable Fortress” or a Strategic Trap? Episode 12a

📺 Watch the complete series “The Vietnam War (1955–1975)” here: 👉    • Chiến Tranh Việt Nam (1955–1975) | Vietnam...   🔔 Use the playlist to follow the historical timeline in sequence. While the aftermath of the 1968 Tet Offensive was still shaking the world, another strategic game was quietly reaching its climax in the Khe Sanh valley. The US believes this was an "impregnable" fortress with its electronic barriers, modern sensors, and formidable firepower. But this very place became the focal point that both Washington and Hanoi were watching closely. Would Khe Sanh be a "second Dien Bien Phu"... or a game-changing move by the US? This video takes you deep into the context, strategic calculations, forces on both sides, and the opening events of the 1968 Route 9 – Khe Sanh Campaign. ⏱ MAIN CONTENT TIMELINE 00:00 – Khe Sanh becomes a strategic focal point After the Tet Offensive of 1968, Khe Sanh was considered a "steel fortress," raising concerns about a new Dien Bien Phu. 01:30 – McNamara Electronic Warfare Line The US erected a high-tech barrier along Highway 9 with mines, sensors, and dense artillery fire. 03:20 – Khe Sanh – Ta Con Base The strongest defense center in the region, with an airfield, underground bunkers, and significant air and artillery support. 06:00 – The Liberation Army's Decision Choosing Highway 9 – Khe Sanh as the key direction to tie down US forces. 14:07 – The Khe Sanh Campaign Breaks Out At dawn on January 20, 1968, fighting broke out at heights 881 and 861, marking the beginning of a fierce campaign. Liberation Army Channel presents major battles, campaigns, and key turning points of the Vietnam War (1955–1975) — from Ia Drang and Khe Sanh to the Tet Offensive and the Fall of Saigon — using authentic archival footage and enhanced digital reconstructions. 🔥 Discover Vietnam War history through factual narration and visual documentation. 👉 Subscribe for in-depth historical documentary videos.    / @quangiaiphongvn   🎬 Historical Documentary – The Vietnam War – Khe Sanh 1968: “The Impregnable Fortress” or a Strategic Trap? Episode 12a Edited from multiple verified sources for educational and informational purposes only. 📜 Sources & Copyright – Materials are within the Public Domain and open-source platforms. – Some illustrations (including AI thumbnails) and digital reconstructions are used under the Fair Use principle for educational purposes. 🏷 Hashtags #QuanGiaiPhong #ChienTranhVietNam #VietnamWar #KheSanh1968 #Duong9KheSanh #BattleOfKheSanh 📘 Facebook:   / quangiaiphongvn   🎵 TikTok:   / quangiaiphongvn