The Truman Doctrine
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.
American involvement in Vietnam can be seen as an extension of the Truman Doctrine, which aimed to contain communism globally. The U.S. believed that if Vietnam fell to communism, it would trigger a domino effect in Southeast Asia, threatening other nations. Consequently, the U.S. supported the South Vietnamese government against the communist North, viewing this as a necessary step to uphold the principles of the Truman Doctrine and prevent the spread of communism. This commitment ultimately escalated into a prolonged military engagement.
French involvement in the American Revolution was driven by a desire to weaken Britain, their long-time rival. The French government provided significant military and financial support to the American colonies, including troops, naval forces, and supplies, particularly after the American victory at the Battle of Saratoga in 1777. This support was formalized through the Treaty of Alliance in 1778. Ultimately, France's involvement not only contributed to the American victory but also set the stage for its own financial troubles, which later influenced the French Revolution.
Support for American involvement in Vietnam primarily came from government officials, military leaders, and those who believed in the policy of containment aimed at preventing the spread of communism. This included President Lyndon B. Johnson and his administration, who viewed the conflict as essential to maintaining U.S. credibility and preventing a domino effect in Southeast Asia. Additionally, some segments of the American public, particularly those who were influenced by Cold War ideologies, also supported military engagement.
Historian's generally accept the year 1961 as the start of US military involvement in Vietnam.
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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.
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.
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.
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How did the US go a isolationism foreign policy to a political and military involvement?
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