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Yes, Australia fought in the Vietnam War on the side of the capitalists. They joined the war as a coalition with the US as a proxy war of the Cold War, and fought against the Vietcong and communists in an effort to prevent the Domino effect, an ideological security issue. Furthermore, Australia joined to retain the special Great and Powerful Friends relationship it has with the US in its usual sychophantic manner.
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How did Australia end the Vietnam war?
Australia had nothing to do with the Vietnam War.
How did the Australia and Vietnam war start?
Australia never fought Vietnam.
What was life after the Vietnam war in Australia?
Australian society mirrored American society after the war, on a smaller scale, due to population differences.
How did Australia enter the Vietnam War?
Australia entered the Vietnam War because Australia feared that they would have to face the spread of Communism.
What was Australia's reaction to the Vietnam war?
President Johnson's visit to Australia during the Vietnam War was met by Australian anti-war protests.
What was Australia's involvement in World War 2 and Vietnam war?
Australia was an ally of the US and sent troops to fight in both WWII and Vietnam.
Has Vietnam been at war with Australia?
Yes!
What caused the divisions on Australia after the Vietnam war?
Australia too, had a draft.
What was Robert menzies role in the Vietnam war against Australia?
he was the prime minister of Australia and he sent the troops to Vietnam
What was the extent of Australia's involvement in the Vietnam War?
Over 50,000 Australian Servicemen fought in the Vietnam War.
What relationship has Australia had with Vietnam since the Vietnam War?
Australia and Vietnam have had diplomatic ties since about 1973. Australia is Vietnam's 4th largest export market and seventh largest commercial trading partner.
Australia's involvement in Vietnam war and impacts on Australian society?
Australia sent 4 Navy Destroyers and a regiment of Australian Centurion tanks into the Vietnam War.
