The Vietnam War was a costly, divisive, and protracted conflict lasting from 1954 until 1975. The war pitted the communist government of North Vietnam and its allies against South Vietnam and its main ally, the United States. The United States’ involvement as an ally of South Vietnam came shortly after the end of World War II. The conflict was further intensified by the ongoing Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union. Watch the videos and answer the questions to gain further your understanding of the Vietnam Conflict and the role of the United States.Vietnam War: A Brief History [Student Film] in essay format.
Describe the Vietnamese people and their outlook toward Ngo Dinh Diem and the later presidents of South Vietnam. In what ways did this differ from the U.S. public’s perception?
Analyze the differing policies set by John F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson, and Richard Nixon with regard to the conflict in Vietnam. How did the public feel about each of their positions towards the conflict?
Analyze the video itself.
Does it appear as though the video is biased?
What message does the video’s creator seem to want you to believe after watching this?
The Vietnam War Explained In 25 Minutes | Vietnam War Documentary in essay/paragraph format.
What is something you did not know about the Vietnam conflict?
State your opinion on whether the U.S. should have been involved in the conflict. You will not be graded on your opinions, but on how you support the opinions by items in this short film and items you read from the text.
