The US entered the Vietnam War to stop the spread of communism. Although it had superior weapons, it was unable to defeat the local guerrilla forces. In 1975, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos all became communist countries.
Part of HistoryThe USA, 1954-75
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Explore America's role in the decades-long Cold War and the Vietnam War's role in the conflict through animation and archive footage.