Bidspirit auction | Vietnam War U.S. PSYOP Propaganda

Vietnam War U.S. PSYOP Propaganda Leaflets for Air-drop over North Vietnamese and Viet Cong Controlled Areas - Original Vietnam War United States psychological operations (PSYOP) propaganda leaflets produced for air-drop dispersal over North Vietnamese and Viet Cong-controlled areas. The leaflets are printed in black ink on lightweight off-white paper stock. Each pass measures 5.9375” x 2.9375”. The first leaflet, part of the Chieu Hoi (Open Arms) program, is marked with the alphanumeric code SP-2209 on the front. The front features a black-and-white photograph of a South Vietnamese soldier (ARVN) in camouflage fatigues standing next to a returnee in a pith helmet, pointing toward the distance. The Vietnamese text is addressed to compatriots in the Communist ranks, outlining promises of humane treatment, medical care, and rewards for defecting. The reverse side is titled with instructions in Vietnamese on how to return to the National Cause, providing a three-step guide for surrender including advice on hiding weapons and approaching units during daylight. The second leaflet pertains to the Land-to-the-Tiller program and is marked with the number 2841 on the reverse. The front depicts South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu meeting with elderly rural farmers. The caption translates to state that thousands of farmers cheered as the President granted land titles. The reverse side contains text detailing a land title distribution event in Chuong Thien province on September 8, 1968. It includes quotes regarding the government's policy of affordable land ownership for farmers and a testimonial of gratitude. In-house Shipping is available. Pickup is Friday, Nov. 13, from Noon to 6 pm at our facility in Lancaster, OH. Alternate pickup day is available by appointment for a $5 fee per lot or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. If shipping – once packed up we will send you a separate invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: shipping@burnsbid.com. Sales tax collected on this auction. Our warehouse is in Lancaster, OH. If not shipping – pickup in 10 days or we will dispose and you will not receive a refund. TL999