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The Viet Minh were all Vietnamese men (whether they lived in the north or southern portions of Vietnam) fighting against the French (1946-1954).

The Viet Cong were SOUTHERN Vietnamese citizens aiding the North Vietnamse Army in their war against the RVN & US/Allies.

RVN=Republic of South Vietnam.

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What is the derogatory reference for the national liberation front meaning vietnamese communist?

Viet cong


What is the NLF?

National Liberation Front is the politically correct name for the Viet Cong. A group opposed by the United States


What was the composition of the National Liberation Front and what was it intended for?

There have been 22 organizations in as many countries since WW2 calling themselves "The National Liberation Front". Coming up with an original name apparently is not as easy as it looks. The mother of them all was the Viet Cong, composed of North Vietnamese and intended for the liberation and unification of Vietnam. It you are asking about one of the other 21, please specify.


What communist guerrilla forces supported by north Vietnam?

North Vietnam aided Viet Cong or the National Liberation Front (NLF) in a guerilla war against the anti-communist. The army of the North was called People's Army of Vietnam or North Vietnamese Army.


Who The National Liberation Front was led by Communists and supported by?

The National Liberation Front (NLF), commonly known as the Viet Cong, was a political and military organization in South Vietnam that aimed to overthrow the government and reunify Vietnam under communist rule. It was primarily led by communists and received significant support from North Vietnam, including military aid, resources, and personnel. Additionally, the NLF benefited from grassroots support among the South Vietnamese population, who were disillusioned with the existing government and its alignment with the United States.

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What would be synonymous to the Viet Cong?

Viet Cong is the National Liberation Front.


What was the formal name of the National Liberation Front?

Viet Cong


What is a Common name for National Liberation Front?

It was Viet Cong.


Who was the fighting force of the vietnamese national liberation front?

The VC (Viet Cong).


What is the derogatory reference for the national liberation front meaning vietnamese communist?

Viet cong


What was another name Americans used for the National Liberation Front in South?

Viet Cong or "Charlie"


What is the NLF?

National Liberation Front is the politically correct name for the Viet Cong. A group opposed by the United States


What was the composition of the National Liberation Front and what was it intended for?

There have been 22 organizations in as many countries since WW2 calling themselves "The National Liberation Front". Coming up with an original name apparently is not as easy as it looks. The mother of them all was the Viet Cong, composed of North Vietnamese and intended for the liberation and unification of Vietnam. It you are asking about one of the other 21, please specify.


What were the targets of the National Liberation Front's Forces?

The majority of death's caused by the NLF/Viet Cong would most likely be attributed to South Vietnamese civilians, followed by South Vietnamese military and then U.S. military personnel.


What is a synonym for the viet cong?

A synonym for the Viet Cong is the National Front for the Liberation of South Vietnam (NLF). This term refers to the communist-led guerrilla force that fought against the U.S.-backed South Vietnamese government during the Vietnam War. They were also commonly referred to as "VC" or "Charlie" by U.S. forces.


What communist guerrilla forces supported by north Vietnam?

North Vietnam aided Viet Cong or the National Liberation Front (NLF) in a guerilla war against the anti-communist. The army of the North was called People's Army of Vietnam or North Vietnamese Army.


Who The National Liberation Front was led by Communists and supported by?

The National Liberation Front (NLF), commonly known as the Viet Cong, was a political and military organization in South Vietnam that aimed to overthrow the government and reunify Vietnam under communist rule. It was primarily led by communists and received significant support from North Vietnam, including military aid, resources, and personnel. Additionally, the NLF benefited from grassroots support among the South Vietnamese population, who were disillusioned with the existing government and its alignment with the United States.