Vietnam War Era and 1960s Flashcards
Who was in the Cold War and when
superpowers after WWII: USA and USSR
What was the China civil war and when was it
1949 ended in communist victory
When was the Korean War
1950-1953
When was the ANZUS treaty signed
1951
When did Australia first go to Vietnam
1962
What was Australia’s response to the threat of communism?
were not concerned about Cuban Missile Crisis, as it didn’t relate to Australia
What were the political parties in Australia at the time
- Robert Menzies was in charge of liberal
- Herbert Evatt was in charge of labor
The outcome of the referendum to ban communist party
Narrowly rejected as people thought it was unconstitutional to outlaw peoples beliefs
What was the Petrov Affair
Russian man named Vladimir Petrov wanted political asylum in Australia. a result of him claiming there was a communist spy ring in Australia was that a Royal Commission on Espionage took place.
What was Australia’s involvement in Vietnam War?
Vietnam was divided on the 17th parallel between the north and south. Fear of communism taking over the world
What political party was in power when troops went to Vietnam?
Liberal at the time, and Labour when it ended. Lyndon Baines Johnson (President) came to visit Australia during the war
What was Australia’s major battle in Vietnam?
Battle of Long Tan, august 1966
What was the reason for differing views on the war?
people were against conscription
What was the Moratorium movement and SOS?
- Moratorium marches (1970) were anti-war protest marches
- SOS (save our sons) was a organisation run by mothers who were against conscription
What were the impacts of Vietnam war on veterans and families
- they were angrier at life than other Aussies
- higher rates of depression and alcoholism
- they weren’t treated fairly by the government on their return
- many had PTSD and bad medical issues
