Episode 006: 1964-10-20 | Psyops and Target Practice

Dearest Suzie

In this episode of Dearest Suzie, Bill Lowie recounts a unique mission flying a helicopter outfitted for psychological operations, broadcasting messages to the Viet Cong as part of a psychological warfare effort. Despite initial skepticism from his fellow soldiers, Popi reflects on the potential effectiveness of these missions in reaching illiterate populations with crucial information.

Accompanied by a powerful image of flyers being prepared for airdrop, today’s episode delves into the use of psychological tactics during the Vietnam War and Popi’s first encounter with a young Viet Cong prisoner, a stark reminder of the complexities and personal conflicts soldiers faced.

What’s Covered:
-Helicopter psychological warfare missions
-Reflections on the effectiveness of speaker ships
-Popi’s first encounter with a Viet Cong prisoner, only 15 years old
-The emotional toll of combat and memories that linger long after the war

📷 Featured Photo: A soldier in a helicopter cutting open bundles of psyops flyers, preparing to drop them over enemy territories.

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