Vietnam War, Tet Offensive, US withdrawal from "summary" of The World Was Going Our Way by Christopher Andrew
The Vietnam War was a pivotal moment in the Cold War, with the United States supporting South Vietnam against the communist forces of North Vietnam. The Tet Offensive in 1968 marked a turning point in the conflict, as the North Vietnamese and Viet Cong launched a series of surprise attacks across South Vietnam. Despite heavy casualties on both sides, the Tet Offensive demonstrated the resilience and determination of the communist forces. In the aftermath of the Tet Offensive, the United States faced growing opposition to the war at home. Public opinion turned against the conflict, leading to widespread protests and calls for an end to US involvement in Vietnam. The US government was forced to reevaluate its strategy and consider the possibility of withdrawing from the war. The decision to withdraw from Vietnam was a difficult one for US policymakers, as they grappled with the implications of leaving South Vietnam to fend for itself against the communist forces. Despite years of military interventio...
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