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What was the collection of secret government documents about the Vietnam war called and how did it change the course of us involvement?
The collection of secret government documents about the Vietnam War was known as the Pentagon Papers. Released in 1971, they revealed that the U.S. government had misled the public about the scope and nature of its involvement in Vietnam, including the likelihood of success. The publication fueled anti-war sentiment and led to increased public skepticism regarding U.S. foreign policy, ultimately contributing to a shift in U.S. involvement and a push towards de-escalation in Vietnam.
Why did the Pentagon Papers fuel anti war feelings?
The Pentagon Papers revealed that the U.S. government had been misleading the people about its involvement in Vietnam, both about the intentions and the outcomes of the conflict. The government in return brought a case against the publishers of the papers, declaring that the publication be halted because the papers were top-secret and relevant to national security. However, the court overturned the government's decision and approved the publication of the information. The Pentagon Papers contributed to the beginning of American mistrust in the government concerning the conduct of the war in Vietnam, a sentiment that has persisted into today.
American forces fighting in Vietnam were fighing what is often called?
Communist aggression, an un-winnable war, guerrilla war, a limited war, a jungle war, a hot battle of the cold war, etc.
What has been the most lasting effect of Watergates?
In the years following Vietnam and Watergate, the American public and the media developed a general cynicism about public officials that still exists today.
Is Vietnam is conflict today?
Well...this answer varies. First off Vietnam currently has some dissatisfaction with its government. There are many people who are abused under the Communist government, and there are just very unfair and bad laws. People who have lots of money in Vietnam, like owners of major business that do illegal stuff don't get punished if they bribe the police men/officials. Northern Vietnam is currently a place where the Chinese are looking at. There are some minerals there yet the Vietnamese LET the Chinese there...but I am sure that this will result in future conflicts...
What is the gap term used to indicate the distress of the government and older officials during Vietnam?
Credibility gap
What did the pentagon papers proved?
The Pentagon Papers proved that the U.S. government had misled the public and Congress about the Vietnam War's progression and its likelihood of success. They revealed that officials were aware of the war's unlikelihood of a favorable outcome while portraying an optimistic view. The documents highlighted the extensive U.S. involvement in Vietnam and the escalation of military actions, contradicting the government's public statements. Ultimately, the release of the Pentagon Papers fueled anti-war sentiment and distrust in government.
Why American officials did not think France should control Vietnam but they did not want Vietnam to be?
Communist.
Goldberg I am a Vietnam Vet and a Dem Mussolini liked war remind you of anyone in power recently?
Never argue with people about religion nor politics; they are un-winnable topics.
Is Vietnam's government stable?
YES. The Vietnamese government is very stable.
What type of government does Vietnam have including current events?
Vietnam has a communist government.
The name of the Vietnam government during the Vietnam conflict?
Presuming you mean the government supported by the US: The Republic of South Vietnam.
What was the collection of secret government documents about the Vietnam war called and how did it change the course of us involvement?
The collection of secret government documents about the Vietnam War was known as the Pentagon Papers. Released in 1971, they revealed that the U.S. government had misled the public about the scope and nature of its involvement in Vietnam, including the likelihood of success. The publication fueled anti-war sentiment and led to increased public skepticism regarding U.S. foreign policy, ultimately contributing to a shift in U.S. involvement and a push towards de-escalation in Vietnam.
Why did the Pentagon Papers fuel anti war feelings?
The Pentagon Papers revealed that the U.S. government had been misleading the people about its involvement in Vietnam, both about the intentions and the outcomes of the conflict. The government in return brought a case against the publishers of the papers, declaring that the publication be halted because the papers were top-secret and relevant to national security. However, the court overturned the government's decision and approved the publication of the information. The Pentagon Papers contributed to the beginning of American mistrust in the government concerning the conduct of the war in Vietnam, a sentiment that has persisted into today.
When was Government of Free Vietnam created?
Government of Free Vietnam was created on 1995-04-30.
American forces fighting in Vietnam were fighing what is often called?
Communist aggression, an un-winnable war, guerrilla war, a limited war, a jungle war, a hot battle of the cold war, etc.
What kind of government was there in Vietnam during the Vietnam war?
communism
