Vann's insights were often ignored by his superiors from "summary" of A Bright Shining Lie by Neil Sheehan
Vann's high-level superiors, both in the U. S. military and the South Vietnamese government, frequently dismissed his assessments and recommendations. Despite his extensive experience and deep understanding of the situation on the ground, his insights were often disregarded in favor of the prevailing official narratives. This pattern of neglect was a source of frustration for Vann, who saw the dire consequences of the misguided policies that resulted from his superiors' refusal to listen to him. One example of this dynamic was Vann's warning about the strategic vulnerability of the Central Highlands in Vietnam. He repeatedly advised that the region was key to the overall success of the war effort and needed to be protected at all costs. However, his superiors chose to focus their resources elsewhere, leading to disastrous consequences for the U. S. and South Vietnamese forces operating in the area. Another instance of Vann's ...
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