U.S. involvement in Vietnam was initially popular due to the widespread belief in the domino theory, which suggested that the spread of communism in Southeast Asia could threaten American interests globally. The government framed the conflict as a fight against communism, appealing to patriotic sentiments and the desire to support a democratic ally. Additionally, the early military successes and favorable media coverage contributed to public support for the war. The notion of preventing a communist takeover resonated with many Americans during the Cold War era, fostering a sense of duty and urgency.
The fear of being invaded was not a justification for the increase in US involvement in Vietnam. The US withdrew from Vietnam in 1975.
False, US involvement in Vietnam was not reduced during the Kennedy administration.
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1954
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1955.
1954
The full might of the US military minus nuclear weapons.
Historian's generally accept the year 1961 as the start of US military involvement in Vietnam.
No.
Because of US Policy to fight communism.
How did Martin Luther King, Jr., refer to the U.S. involvement in Vietnam?