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Why do some historians criticize the US decision to send combat troops to Vietnam after the gulf of tonkin incident?
Historians criticize the U.S. decision to send combat troops to Vietnam after the Gulf of Tonkin incident for several reasons. They argue that the U.S. government's portrayal of the incident was exaggerated and misleading, which led to an escalation of military involvement based on questionable justification. Additionally, many historians contend that this decision marked a significant departure from previous foreign policy principles, dragging the U.S. into a protracted conflict with deep social and political implications, both domestically and internationally. The resulting war caused immense loss of life and sparked widespread anti-war movements, raising questions about the legitimacy and consequences of U.S. intervention.
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What incident prompted congress to increase American involvement in Vietnam?
The Gulf of Tonkin Incident
What was the outcome of tonkin gulf incident?
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.
How many refugees left Vietnam during the time of the Vietnam war?
Historians estimate approximately one million Vietnamese refugees left Vietnam.
Escalation of the war in Vietnam begin with what?
Tonkin Gulf Incident
Vietnam war started?
Most historians accept 1961 as the starting date.
Who are some historians of the Vietnam War?
Recommend subscribing to a magazine titled, VIETNAM, originally founded in the 70's by US COLONEL Harry G. Summers, (1932-1999). COL Summers was a veteran of the Vietnam War. Viet War historians frequently contribute articles to this publication.
What group of people began to openly criticize the Vietnam War for the first time after the Tet Offensive?
college students like me.
What controversial incident began American military involvement in Vietnam?
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.
In what year did the US get involved in the Vietnam War?
1961 is the year most accepted by current historians.
How did the event of Vietnam war develop after US dispatch troops in Vietnam?
One event that caused an escalation of troop involvement in Vietnam was the incident in 1964 at the Gulf of Tonkin.
Why was the Historians Opposed to the mural of the Vietnam War?
See: List of anti-war organizations.
When did JFK send Green Beret into Vietnam?
Historians generally agree on the year 1961.
