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Chapter 22 Section 2 NOTES
EQ: Was the United States
justified in its actions during
the Vietnam War?
Vietnam War Tactics
CHAPTER 22
SECTION 2
C
Break it down
Main Idea: The United States sends troops to fight in Vietnam, but the war quickly
turns into a stalemate.
Why it Matters Now: Since Vietnam, Americans are more aware of the positive and
negative effects of using U. S. troops in foreign conflicts.
Name two reasons why the U.S. failed to score a quick victory against the
Vietcong
Sinking Morale
Guerrilla warfare, jungle conditions, lack of progress lower
morale
Many soldiers turn to alcohol, drugs; some kill superior officers
Government corruption, instability lead S. Vietnam to
demonstrate
Fulfilling a Duty
Most U.S. soldiers believe in justice of halting communism
Fight courageously, take patriotic pride in fulfilling their duty
Essential Question:
Was the United States justified in its
actions during the Vietnam War?