Therefore, NARA may have two versions or series of the same system. In several cases, different Department of Defense agencies used the same data systems, but may have modified the system to meet their needs. Since some series contain data applicable to more than one category, researchers may wish to review all potentially related categories and review the full descriptions for more details on the content of the records. Many of the series listed also have supplemental documentation. For each category, the relevant electronic records series are listed along with information about the number of files, available output formats (see Output Formats for details), and technical documentation. This reference report is organized by nine broad categories of Vietnam War data as listed above in the table of contents. Some of these records include documentary material that has not been transferred to the National Archives in any other format. After the conflict ended in the 1970's, various Department of Defense organizations, including the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the Joint Commands, transferred the raw data files to the National Archives.
With the data in electronic form, analysts performed statistical and quantitative analysis to assess and influence the direction of the conflict.
The raw data documented details of casualties, military operations, military logistics, pacification programs, and other aspects of the war. Under the auspices of Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara, the military implemented an extensive data collection effort intended to improve the conduct of the conflict. The National Archives holds a large body of electronic records that reflects the prolific use of computers by the military establishment in carrying out operations during the Vietnam War. This reference report provides an overview of the electronic data records in the custody of the National Archives that contain data related to military objectives and activities during the Vietnam War.
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