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Before Lyndon Johnson took how office had the US tried to fight communism in Vietnam?
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What was Lyndon Johnson's purpose for involvement in the Vietnam war?
Johnson's purpose for involving the U.S. in Vietnam was to attempt to halt the spread of Communism. Communism was quickly spreading, from the then U.S.S.R., to China and showed NO signs of slowing in its popularity amongst Asian countries (especially the rural poorer countries) like Vietnam.
What president did not run for re-election due to public opinion regarding the Vietnam war?
Lyndon Johnson did not run for a third term largely because of opposition to the Vietnam War from his own party as well as outside.
How did the Gulf of Ton-kin Resolution affect President Lyndon B Johnson's ability to fight communism in South Vietnam?
The resolution allowed President Johnson to commit more troops to South Vietnam without the approval of Congress.
What is Lyndon B Johnson's regrets?
Vietnam
What did Lyndon B. Johnson contribute to the cold war?
President Lyndon Johnson was deeply committed to triumphing over communism. As a result, he stepped up American involvement in the Vietnam War, and lobbied Congress for a declaration of war. He believed it was important to prevent communism from getting a hold in southeast Asia.
Historical people in the Vietnam War?
Lyndon B. Johnson
President who increased troops to Vietnam?
Lyndon B Johnson
Did President Lyndon Johnson visit Vietnam?
Yes, in 1966.
Was there a war when Lyndon Johnson was president?
Vietnam war was fought during Johnson's term.
Did Lyndon Johnson forbid use of National Guard troops in Vietnam?
no he did not
What country does Lyndon B. Johnson blame for the Vietnam war?
china
What US President's term was ruined by the Vietnam War?
Lyndon Johnson.
