Operation Big Lift begins in Fort Hood, Texas

The transcript describes a major peacetime maneuver involving the 2nd Armored Division's airlift from Texas to Germany. The operation, designed to transport over 15,000 men within 72 hours, faced logistical challenges but was completed successfully in 63 hours. The exercise demonstrated the U.S. military's rapid deployment capabilities, raising concerns in West Germany about potential reductions in U.S. forces. The $20 million operation is seen as a significant achievement with implications for future military strategies.

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