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When did Westmoreland become Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army?

  • 1968

  • 1972

  • 1964

  • 1958

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In 1968, General William Westmoreland assumed the role of Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army. This appointment marked a significant milestone in his military career, as he became the highest-ranking officer in the Army. Westmoreland's tenure as Chief of Staff was characterized by his leadership during the Vietnam War, where he oversaw the U.S. military's involvement in the conflict.
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