War escalation led to civilian casualties from "summary" of The Pentagon Papers by George Herring
The decision to escalate the war in Vietnam had devastating consequences for civilians caught in the crossfire. As American involvement grew, so too did the number of innocent men, women, and children who fell victim to the violence. The Pentagon Papers reveal a stark truth: the pursuit of victory at all costs resulted in widespread civilian casualties that could have been avoided. The escalation of the war brought with it an increase in bombings, artillery strikes, and ground offensives. These military actions were meant to weaken the enemy, but they often had the unintended effect of causing collateral damage. Villages were destroyed, homes were leveled, and families were torn apart. The price of victory was paid in the blood of innocent civilians. As ...
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