Battle of the Perfume River Bridge Quiz

What was the primary objective of the Marines in the battle?

• To liberate the city by crossing the Perfume River Bridge

• To cross the Mississippi River

• To secure the MACV compound

• To retreat to a safer location

How many enemy soldiers were the Marines up against?

• 12,000

• 10,000

• 8,000

• 5,000

What challenge did the Marines face while crossing the bridge?

• A broken bridge

• Heavy enemy fire

• A flooded river

• Friendly fire

What strategy did Barnes use to counter the enemy's machine gun bunker?

• Used grenades

• Requested reinforcements

• Called for air support

• Retreated to a safer position

What was the outcome after the enemy machine gun bunker was neutralized?

• The Marines retreated

• The lead platoon reached the Citadel walls

• The enemy surrendered

• The battle ended immediately