Major Events and Battles of the Vietnam War

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What was the Tet Offensive and why was it significant?

The Tet Offensive was a major surprise attack by the North Vietnamese on South Vietnamese cities in 1968, marking a turning point by showing North Vietnam’s capability to strike on a large scale.

What was the purpose of Operation Rolling Thunder?

Operation Rolling Thunder was a sustained U.S. bombing campaign aimed at weakening North Vietnam's ability to support the communist insurgency in the South, lasting from 1965 to 1968.

What happened during the Fall of Saigon?

The Fall of Saigon occurred on April 30, 1975, when North Vietnamese forces captured the South Vietnamese capital, effectively marking the end of the Vietnam War.

What was the My Lai Massacre?

The My Lai Massacre was a mass killing of hundreds of unarmed South Vietnamese civilians by U.S. troops in 1968, which severely damaged U.S. moral authority and intensified domestic opposition to the war.

Describe the Battle of Dien Bien Phu.

The Battle of Dien Bien Phu in 1954 saw the Viet Minh defeat French forces, leading to French withdrawal from Vietnam and the eventual Geneva Accords.


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