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Why did most of the world view the Vietnam war as a war of independence and the US viewed it as a war against communism?
The 1st Indochina War (aka French Indochina War) was a war for independence (independence from France). The 2nd Indochina War (in the US known as the Vietnam War; and in Vietnam known as the American War) was against communism. It's common for people (students) to get things confused, especially when they're not paying attention. Or when listening and believing to too much Propaganda...which was heavily utilized during the Vietnam War (as well as Korea, WWII, etc.).
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Why did the U.S. become involved in Vietnam?
The U.S. became involved in Vietnam to contain the spread of communism during the Cold War. It viewed Vietnam as a strategic location in Southeast Asia and sought to prevent the domino effect of one country falling to communism leading to others doing the same. Additionally, the U.S. had a commitment to support South Vietnam in its fight against the communist North Vietnamese forces.
How is communism viewed today?
The demise of the Communist government in the former USSR was a deadly blow to communism. Even China has developed an economy that is part "capitalistic". Communism is viewed by most people as a political idea now relegated to the dustbin of history.
Why did Ho Chi Minh fight in the Vietnam War?
Ho Chi Minh fought in the Vietnam War primarily to achieve Vietnam's independence from colonial rule and to unify the country under a communist government. He aimed to liberate Vietnam from French colonialism and later from American influence, seeking self-determination for the Vietnamese people. His leadership was driven by a strong nationalist sentiment, coupled with a desire to spread communism as part of a broader anti-imperialist struggle. Ultimately, Ho Chi Minh viewed the conflict as essential for national sovereignty and social justice.
How did the Amritsar Massacre affect the movement for Independence?
Many people looked to this massacre as a turning point for Indian independence. It was largely viewed as inhumane and was widely condemned, even by people against Indian independence.
Term for those who viewed the Vietnam Conflict as necessary?
"Hawks" .
Why were the people who signed the Declaration of Independence essentially signing their death warrants?
Signing the Declaration of Independence was viewed as treason in England. By signing one's name on it, it was essentially providing evidence that could be used against them to prove treason.
Who was the lady who took the canon from her husband in the Vietnam War?
Madame Nhu (better known as the "Dragon Lady" in the 60's), wife of Ngo Dinh Nhu (younger brother of S. Viet President Diem), was a devoted anti-communist, and was determined to have women play a larger role in fighting the war against communism in South Vietnam. The US viewed her as a "loose cannon". She retired to Italy, shortly after her husband was assassinated along with President Diem in 1963
Why did US support the government of ngo dinh diem in south Vietnam?
The United States supported Ngo Dinh Diem's government in South Vietnam primarily to counter the spread of communism in Southeast Asia during the Cold War. Diem was seen as a staunch anti-communist leader, and his regime was viewed as a bulwark against the influence of North Vietnam and the communist movement. Additionally, US support was part of a broader strategy to establish a stable, non-communist government in South Vietnam to prevent a domino effect in the region. However, Diem's authoritarian rule and lack of popular support eventually led to significant challenges for US policy in Vietnam.
What countries did the US fight along with in the Vietnam war?
It was part of North Vietnam's strategy to stand alone against the United States. North Vietnam's plan was to be the "under-dog" against the giant; when viewed by the outside world. A plan that worked pretty well. Southern communists, living in South Vietnam called the Viet Cong, took orders from North Vietnam, and were allies of the North.
Why did America enter war with Vietnam?
The Vietnam conflict, prior to the arrival of American forces, was essentially a national civil war between communist and republican factions within the country.The American government developed an East Asian foreign policy based the containment of Communism. The viewed the spread of Communism through the vision of a "Domino Theory"; that is, if Communism were allowed to spread to one country, it would then spread to the next and the next and the next, like a toppling row of upright dominoes.Presidents Eisenhower and Kennedy had refused to become militarily involved in the Vietnamese civil war, although each did supply South Vietnam with a small number of military advisors to assist them in improving their forces and tactics.But President Lyndon Johnson had no qualms about sending a large number of US troops to South Vietnam to prevent Communist forces from taking over the country. In 1964 Johnson convinced Congress that Communists forces had attacked US ships in the Gulf of Tonkin and got Congress to give him the authority to conduct military operations in Vietnam. By 1968, over 1/2 million US troops were stationed in Vietnam.The Communist North Vietnamese government repeatedly declared that it had no goal other than the reunification of Vietnam, which is all that happened when US President Ford declared them victorious in 1975. They repeatedly stated that they had no aims to spread Communism beyond Vietnam, and they remained true to that statement following the 1975 reunification under Communist rule.US military strategies in Vietnam turned out to be unsuccessful, and its foreign policy assumptions turned out to be totally mistaken.
How the cold war was fought?
the cold war was mainly fought in smaller countries, such as vietnam and korea. these countries were viewed as a battleground between the forces of communism and democracy. there was no direct war between the USSR and the USA, only an arms race to stockpile as many weapons as possible.
What is the name of the room in which the Declaration of Independence is kept?
The Declaration of Independence can be viewed at the National Archives Museum in Washington D.C
