Operation New Life: Camp Orote -- A Study in Refugee Control and Administration, Doctrine and Practice.

摘要

As a result of the fall of the Government of South Vietnam, more than 100,000 refugees fled that country. The majority of all refugees under United States control were processed through Camp Orote, an interim refugee center on Guam. This study addresses the problems experienced by Army personnel who were given the mission of operating Camp Orote as a part of Operation New Life. This camp reached a peak population of 39,331 and processed more than 90,000 refugees between 23 April 1975 and 24 June 1975. The methodology consisted of the historical method of research in combination with the author's eyewitness account and personal notes. In describing the organization, structure, and functions of the agencies that were involved in the operation, primary emphasis is on the Army's capabilities and efforts. Based on the results achieved, the study supports the hypothesis that current U.S. Army doctrine and training are inadequate insofar as they pertain to refugee administration and operation. Specific recommendations are made to improve doctrine and training.