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Eisenhower coined the phrase "domino theory". This suggested the communist can create a domino effect. -
Vietnam was divided on the 17th parallel. Elections were held back. The French withdrew their troops because of this agreement. -
Diem was a Vietnamese leader and his assassination caused an uproar. -
This resolution stated that the US would take all measures to make sure no attacks happened from the communists. This obligated us to join if something happened. -
LBJ ordered 3,500 soldiers into Vietnam. This marks the point where America entered the war. -
American soldiers killed unarmed civilians. This angered many people and was very frowned upon. -
Attacks by 85,000 Vietnamese soldiers. This raised tensions. -
Nixon sent troops and bombs to try to cut out supply and weaken the US enemies. -
Construction workers rallied up in New York. This gave more recognition to the school strikes. -
Ohio national guard opened fire and killed 4 students at Kent State. -
The American airforce lost all of its planes after dropping dozens of bombs over Vietnam. -
Agreement to restore peace in Vietnam. This lessened the tension. -
This policy caused the US to withdraw its troops from vietnam. -
Gave the president the ability to initiate or escalate. Nixon then used this to his advantage, -
The capital of Vietnam, Saigon, was captured by the army of the people. This showed the South Vietnamese strength.