Navigation: America's Wars: Revolutionary War War of 1812  Civil War Chronology of WW II  Vietnam War  American History: Civics: A Glossary Amistad Gallery of Railroad Stations  Elections: US Elections  Aviation: WW II: American Aircraft  Navy History: US Carriers  US Navy Battleships US Patrol Boats US Cruisers Other: History of The Middle East		HistoryCentral.com > America's Wars > Vietnam War > Events > Westmoreland Demands More Troops February 28, 1968 Westmoreland Demands More Troops   General Westmoreland's report to the President states that, despite thefailure of the Tet Offensive, the Communists have the initiative. In orderto regain control, Westmoreland requests another 200,000 troops. This wouldrequire a call up of the reserves, and the decision is delayed. When thedecision is ultimately reached to deny the request, it represents a realizationthat the war can not be won by military means.	Subscribe To the HistoryCentral.com mailing list: Receive all the latest news and info: Enter Your E-mail Address:       Related Products    Resources Links to Other Vietnam Sites -
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