Early Phases of the Vietnam War

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When did the First Indochina War take place, leading to the Vietnam War?

The First Indochina War occurred from 1946 to 1954.

What event marked the beginning of significant U.S. involvement in Vietnam?

The Gulf of Tonkin Incident in 1964 marked the beginning of significant U.S. involvement.

What was the Tet Offensive, and when did it occur?

The Tet Offensive was a major campaign by North Vietnamese and Viet Cong forces in 1968.

What role did the Viet Cong play in the early stages of the Vietnam War?

The Viet Cong were South Vietnamese communist insurgents who fought against South Vietnam and the U.S.

What was the significance of the Geneva Accords of 1954?

The Geneva Accords divided Vietnam at the 17th parallel into North and South.

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