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History of US empire: JFK and wars on Vietnam and Laos

Geopolitical Economy Report

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Kennedy's Strategy in Laos

This chapter discusses President Kennedy's awareness of the strategic importance of Southeast Asia and his determination to prevent the spread of communism in the region. It explores Kennedy's reluctance to intervene in military conflicts and his decision to hold a press conference to explain his plan.

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