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President Lyndon B. Johnson's advisers had divergent views on the Vietnam War, notably regarding the escalation of U.S. involvement. Some, like Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara, initially supported increased military engagement, believing it was essential to contain communism. In contrast, others, such as George Ball, warned against escalation and advocated for a diplomatic solution, fearing that deeper involvement would lead to a quagmire. This internal conflict reflected broader debates about U.S. foreign policy and the effectiveness of military intervention.
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When did the US Increase their advisers to 16000 in Vietnam?
1963
What guided Johnsons policies in Vietnam?
His commitment to containing communism
How did the vietcong insurgency affect american policy toward vietnam?
The vietcong strikes convinced President Kennedy to send American military advisers to South Vietnam
When was America's involvement in the Vietnam war?
President Eisenhower sent US Military Advisers to South Vietnam in 1955.
How did the Vietnam war effect johnsons war on poverty?
Social Legislation slowed down because of the cost of Vietnam. (Apex)
Why did three presidents advisers want to fight Vietnam?
johnson, nixon, and kennedy
What was true about president johnsons attire towards vietnam?
He was committed to maintaining an independent South Vietnam and to achieving success in Southeast Asia.
What was president johnsons unltimate goal in vietnam?
President Johnson's ultimate goal in Vietnam was to disengage without losing the war. This was back in history.
How did Vietnam affect johnsons war on poverty?
Vietnam took time and attention away from the war on poverty
How many US soldiers first went to the Vietnam War?
President Eisenhower sent US Military Advisers to South Vietnam in 1955.
Us sends blank aid to south Vietnam in 1954?
US Military advisers in '55.
When did the US land in Vietnam?
US advisers were sent to South Vietnam in 1955. Special Forces (Green Beret) in 1961. US Regulars in 1965.
