ARVN
Proper noun
Meaning
ARVN
Initialism of Army of the Republic of Vietnam.
Coordinate terms: NVA, Vietcong
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Examples
After meeting resistance, ARVN forces retreated in a confused rout.
Although the U.S. was highly critical of them, the ARVN continued to be entirely U.S. armed and funded.
ARVN General Phu abandoned Pleiku and Kon Tum and retreated toward the coast, in what became known as the "column of tears".
ARVN prevailed after over two months of continuous fighting.
ARVN took heavy losses, but to the surprise of many, managed to hold their ground.
By ignoring ARVN units, the U.S. commitment became open-ended.