The War in Vietnam

The Vietnam War (1955-1975) was a conflict in Southeast Asia involving North Vietnam, supported by communist allies, and South Vietnam, backed by the United States and other anti-communist nations. It stemmed from Cold War tensions and the spread of communism. U.S. involvement escalated in the 1960s, leading to significant military engagement and casualties. The war sparked widespread protests and divisions in American society. In 1975, North Vietnam captured Saigon, leading to Vietnam's unification under communist control. The war had profound implications for U.S. foreign policy and set the stage for debates about military intervention and the ethics of war.