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At the time yes, because the USN could not allow any other navy to attack it on the open seas. True, the USN destroyer(s) were conducting De Soto patrols (secret stuff), but they reportedly were upon the high seas when they were attacked by units of the North Viet Navy.

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The war hawks members of Congress who encouraged President Madison to go to war with Britain were led by?

Henry Clay and John C. Calhoun.


What were the pacifists called that did not believe in fighting in the war?

Pacifists who opposed fighting in wars, particularly during World War I and World War II, were often referred to as "conscientious objectors." These individuals held strong moral or religious convictions against violence and military service. Some were members of specific religious groups, such as Quakers or Mennonites, who historically advocated for peace. Others simply believed that war was inherently wrong and sought nonviolent alternatives to conflict resolution.


How old were the children in Hitler youth?

The exact number of members of the Hitler Youth organization varies, depending on the source. However many sources agree that there were at least 2,300,000 members in 1933. By 1936 there were more than five million members, and by 1940 there were more than 8 million members. The members were children as young as 10 up to teenagers, almost all of Germany's teenagers being members.


What did the Johnson proclamation of amnesty exclude?

Andrew Johnson granted amnesty except for those that trained at West Point or Annapolis, were judges or members of Congress, those that tortured prisoners, and those that violated previous amnesties.http://www.impeach-andrewjohnson.com/04AJFirstYear/ii-1.htm


House of representatives military powers?

The US House of Representatives has no direct military authority. Its members do not have any military rank or authority, and are not inside the military chain-of-command. It does, however, control two important military-related issues:As part of Congress, the U.S. House of Representatives must pass a bill authorizing any sustained use of US military forces (under the War Powers Resolution of 1973) or must pass a bill for war to be declared (per the Constitution). Both bills must also pass the US Senate to be valid.It also controls all Military-related appropriations; that is, all funding for the US Armed Services must pass through the House.

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What is the dominant occupation of most members of congress?

I believe that most of them are attorneys.


How many minorities are in congress?

Congress has a total of 433 members. There is currently, a total of 78 members of Congress that are minorities.


How many members of congress owned slaves?

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What did most congress members do for a living?

Most members of congress are lawyers.


What is the process for voting on resolutions in congress?

In Congress, voting on resolutions typically involves several steps. First, a resolution is introduced and referred to a committee, which may hold hearings and debate the resolution before voting on whether to send it to the full chamber. Once on the floor, members debate the resolution, and amendments may be proposed. Finally, a vote is taken, which can be conducted by voice vote, division vote, or recorded vote, depending on the circumstances and the significance of the resolution.


Who has control of congress?

members of congress


Who are members of the congress?

The members of Congress are Representatives (in the House of Representatives) and Senators (in the Senate).


What jobs are held by members of congress?

They're members of Congress.. that's their job.


Why do members of Congress pass pork and earmarks?

because they help members of Congress get reelected


What types of elections are regulated by the constitution?

the election of members of congress


Does members of the US congress pay for their personal gasoline?

Members of Congress gets their gasoline free , although some pay for their gas out of pocket But don't stop there. Those that pay for their gas will turn in their gas receipt and get their money back. Don't believe me , just ask your friendly member of Congress.


What is the total number of members in congress?

there are 100 members in senate and 435 members in the house of representatives so there are 535 total members in congress :]