[Vn_survivor_67-68]

it sure seems like the Afghan army OUGHT to be able to handle this.......but then, I thought the same about the ARVN....

[Semper]

I was in Vietnam in 66, 69 and 72 (USMC). I am in Afghanistan now - supporting Special Forces with a UAV detachment. There is a big difference between the two wars: the NVA's external support (from the Soviet Union and China) was much more extensive than the support for the Taliban. That should have a significant impact. Also, supporting arms are more effective here than in Vietnam. BUT, the similarity is that unless our resolve stays strong and enduring we may have another unfortunate outcome.