The Vietnam War: Origins and American Involvement

Exploring the historical context of the Vietnam War, this chapter delves into the division of Vietnam after the conflict with France in 1954, the Communist domination of North Vietnam, and South Vietnam's alignment with the US. It then details the escalation of American involvement from 1965 to 1968, the acknowledgment of a stalemate in 1968, and the eventual peace agreement in 1973. The chapter also discusses the reasons behind American intervention in Vietnam, driven by concerns of communist influence in the region, strategic interests, and domestic political pressures.