American involvement in Vietnam actually dates back to 1953, at the request of the French. The Gulf of Tonkin Incident is what led to an escalation of US involvement in 1965.
The Truman Doctrine
You might find a possible lead from this book: "Where We Were In Vietnam: A Comprehensive Guide To The Firebases, Military Installations And NAVAL VESSELS of the Vietnam War. 1945-1975. By Michael P. Kelley
Historian's generally accept the year 1961 as the start of US military involvement in Vietnam.
Vietnam
Americans believed that the Communist invasion of southern Korean would encourage other Communist uprisings in the region.
This incident resulted in the U.S. pursuing military action in Vietnam. It also caused the passage of the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution regarding the U.S. aiding Asian countries influenced by communism. Ultimately, this incident resulted in the Vietnam War.
The military draft.
The Truman Doctrine
The truman doctrine
Vietnam ~ APEX
He was the American Envoy to France who gained their military and financial support for the war effort.
American troops were forced to withdraw following deadly bombings.
Military Academy Incident happened in 1935.
George S. Patton .
When the American involvement in the Vietnam war ended in 1973, the United States military stopped drafting men into military service.
American troops were forced to withdraw following deadly bombings.
Banastre Tarleton was a British soldier known for his involvement in the American Revolutionary War. He is not known for being an author; rather, he is remembered for his military leadership and controversial tactics during the war.