By late 1971, Vietnamization of the war was in full swing.
In Twilight in the \'Nam , the author describes his experience as a rifle platoon leader in 1971-72 as a member of Co.
C, 1st Battalion, 46th Infan. forces in Vietnam as undisciplined and mutinous, plagued by drugs, and seething With racial tension.
The media portrayed U.
S.
President Nixon assured the American public that soldiers in Vietnam were only performing guard duty.
Only two Infantry brigades remained in-country.
By late 1971, Vietnamization of the war was in full swing