Historical Connections
This war was fought between the United States and Vietnam and was a continuation of Vietnam's struggle for independence..
What is:
The Vietnam War
The political system where all people are equal and the state controls both the economy and its resources..
What is:
communism
In the Reading, the Vietminh League helped French people during the occupation of this country by Japan..
What is:
Vietnam
In addition to Vietnam, this African country also fought a war against French colonial rule from 1954 to 1962..
What is:
Algeria
The idea that all people should be treated equally and have the same rights from birth..
What is:
equality
This country was the former colonial power over Vietnam before the declaration of independence in 1945..
What is:
France
This country had a revolution in 1917 that led to the rise of communism, influencing Ho Chi Minh's ideals..
What is:
The Soviet Union, Russia
This term refers to a political system where the government has complete control over the country, frequently without democratic processes..
What is:
colonial system
This declaration made in 1776, states that all men are created equal and are endowed with inalienable rights..
What is:
The Declaration of Independence