The American War in Vietnam

The American War in Vietnam (1955-1975) was a conflict where the United States supported South Vietnam against communist North Vietnam, led by Ho Chi Minh. The U.S. aimed to prevent the spread of communism during the Cold War. North Vietnam sought unification under a communist government, while the South wanted to remain separate. The war involved intense fighting, widespread destruction, and protests at home. Ultimately, North Vietnam won, unifying the country under communism in 1975. It was a complex, deeply impactful conflict with lasting political, social, and human consequences.