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The Battle of Ia Drang, the first major battle between the United States Army and North Vietnamese forces during the Vietnam War, begins in the Ia Drang Valley, South Vietnam.
The intense Battle of Ia Drang concludes with heavy casualties on both sides; it marks a significant engagement during the Vietnam War and influences future American military tactics.
Lieutenant Colonel Hal Moore, commander of the 1st Battalion, 7th Cavalry Regiment, is awarded the Silver Star for his leadership during the Battle of Ia Drang.
Hal Moore and war correspondent Joseph L. Galloway publish their book chronicling the Battle of Ia Drang, providing a detailed eyewitness account.
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