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Japan surrendered to the Allies
Japan's surrender to the Allies was a political event because of military realities, diplomatic negotiations, and the internal dynamics of the Japanese government. -
America Aids French
After Japan surrendered, that left Vietnam to claim itself independent. In response to this, France went to Vietnam and forced the vietminhs to go into hiding. It soon turned into a battle, where the United States steps in to help. This is political because of the colonialism factors in this event and how it involves independence. -
Vietminh defeats French
After surrounding and bombarding French forces, the Vietminh finally defeated the French. After this, a compromise was formed where peace was made. This event was political because of the peace made between the two countries after fighting -
Geneva Accords
Vietnam was eventually split into north and south Vietnam. Both were led by their own governments, and militaries. It was wanted for them to unite as a single government, but north vietnam did not want this. This led to the United States heavily supporting south Vietnam. This event was military based because of the military aid the US was giving to South Vietnam -
Overthrow of Diem
Diem was eventually overthrown by a general (while the US silently supported this), which created chaos in the area. This was political because of the government's overthrowing. -
Search and Destroy
The United States dropped napalm to force hiding Vietcong out in the open. This napalm devasted the area, killing hundreds and destroying many plant life. This was a military event because of the details of the war tactics the US used. -
Ho Chi Minh Trail
The Ho Chi Minh Trail was used to deliver arms and military supplies to the Vietcong during the war. This was a military event because of the tactics the Vietcong used to gain advantages in the war. -
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial dedicated in Washington, DC
The dedication of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in 1982 was a political event, as it reflected the controversies surrounding the Vietnam War itself.