Question 111
A growing nation
Why did the United States enter the Vietnam War?

The United States fought in the Vietnam War (1955-1975) to stop the spread of communism from North Vietnam to South Vietnam. During the Cold War, America followed the “domino theory” – leaders believed that if one country became communist, neighboring countries would follow. 

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