Task Force Ripper

Task Force Ripper was a covert military operation conducted by U.S. forces in Vietnam during the late 1960s and early 1970s. Its primary goal was to target and dismantle infrastructure and supply routes utilized by the North Vietnamese and Viet Cong forces, particularly focusing on enemy sanctuary areas and supply corridors. The operation involved aerial bombing, artillery, and ground assaults aimed at disrupting enemy logistics and operational capabilities. It was part of broader efforts to weaken the enemy's ability to sustain their fighting force, emphasizing strategic targeting of infrastructure to influence the overall course of the Vietnam War.