Vietnam War Flashcards
1
Q
When was the Vietnam war?
A
1959-1975
2
Q
About ___________ Americans were killed in the Vietnam War.
A
58,000
3
Q
The Vietnam War is considered the longest military conflict of US history. How many years did it last?
A
16 Years
4
Q
On August 7, 1964, Congress passed the ___________, authorizing President Johnson to take any measures he believed were necessary to retaliate and to promote the maintenance of international peace and security in southeast Asia.
A
Gulf of Tonkin Resolution
5
Q
What is the famous chemical weapon used by US in the Vietnam War?
A
Nepalm and Agent Orange
6
Q
What type of war tactic was used by Vietnam but not ht eUS?
A
Guerilla Tactics
