Key battles
this battle was a major turning point in the war, fought in 1968
Battle of Khe Sanh
who was the US president during the war?
Richard Nixon
this valley saw one of the first major engagements between US forces and NVA
la drang valley
what chemical, used by the US military had long term health effects
Agent Orange
What event on August 2nd 1964 led to the US involvement
Gulf of Tonkin
US marines defended an airbase Against NVA offensives
Battle of Hue
who was the US secretary of defense?
Robert McNamara
this mountain was a key entry point into south Vietnam for troops.
Mu Gia Pass
this term refers to trauma experienced by many war veterans
PTSD
What year did Tet offensive take place?
1968
This battle was a victory for the US marines, fought in Shau Valley in 1968
Battle of hamburg hill
who was the main leader in north Vietnam?
Ho Chi Minh
this is a key battle ground during the tet offensive
Hue
This act, was passed in 1973 intended to limit the presidents power
War powers
What year did the My Lai Massacre take place in?
1968
This battle was fought to disrupt the Viet cong supply lines.
Battle of Ap Bac
William Westmoreland
this river, flowing through Mekong delta was a major transport route and area of conflict during the war.
Mekong River
this group of people fled Vietnam after the war, often in small boats, sneaking refuge in other countries
What day did the Vietnam war end?
April 30th, 1975
This battle was aimed to to capture a key district capitol
Battle of La Drang
who was the first president of south Vietnam?
Ngo Dinh Diem
This country, boarding Vietnam to the west was heavily used as a supply route and sanctuary for north Vietnam forces.
laos
what university in 1970 had a shooting resulting in the first anti-war movement
Kent State
Why is may 7th, 1954 important