Opposition To The War In The USA Flashcards
1
Q
Who were people who opposed war?
A
. Anti-war acitivists
. Returning soldiers
. Mainstream Americans
2
Q
Why did many oppose the war?
A
Felt it was a costly and innefective use of resources and lives, and the US weren’t achieving their goals in Vietnam
3
Q
What did protests against the war include?
A
. Marches
. Demonstrations
. Sit-ins
4
Q
How were protests against the war significant?
A
Drew attention to media and public. This opposition put pressure on politicians to end the war, which ultimately led to the paris peace accords and withdrawal of US troops from Vietnam
