The Vietnam War Flashcards

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Q

What happened in Vietnam to put it in war?

A

The French were overthrown in Indochina and a corrupt government was put in place, NV became Communist and attacked SV

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Who was on which side?

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NV- Vietcong and Vietminh with support from China and USSR

SV- America and its Allies- Australia

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When and why was Conscription put in place?

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In 1964 because not enough people were willing to go

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How did Conscription work?

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Every 20 year old man was in the ballot and it was a birthday ballot- if your DOB was selected you had to go

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What were reasons for being exempt from Conscription?

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Medical reasons- disability
Students and apprentices could postpone their service
Conscientious objectors- legal pacifist
Serious criminal records

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Why was the Vietnam War called the Television War?

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It was the first war that was broadcast on news channels and you could see actual footage of

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What was the anti-war movement?

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People who were against the war such as the SOS (Save Our Sons) movement

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What were the conditions of the Vietnam War?

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Dense thick elephant grass and jungle- low visibility
Monsoonal rain- communication difficult and lots of mud
Land mines everywhere

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How was the Vietnam War fought?

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As a guerilla war- sneak attacks and no distinct battle lines

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Q

How where helicopters used?

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For evacuations and for dropping off supplies because they were easier to land than planes

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When was Australia involved in the Vietnam War?

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1962-1975

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