В'єтнамська війна: міжнародний контекст. Холодна війна. Богдан Горбатюк. Історич. фак-т КНУ
Опис: "Американістика та європейські студії". Освітня програма Історич. фак-ту КНУ: http://www.history.univ.kiev.ua/abituriyentam-2/osvitnij-riven-bakalavr/amerikanistika-ta-yevropejski-studi%d1%97/ Кафедра нової та новітньої історії зарубіжних країн. Олег Петрович Машевський – доктор історичних наук, професор, завідувач кафедри нової та новітньої історії зарубіжних країн. Українська асоціація американістики The Ukrainian Association for American Studies #UAAS
В'єтнамська війна: міжнародний контекст. Холодна війна. Богдан Горбатюк. Історич. фак-т КНУ
Vietnam War Overview
The transcript provides a detailed overview of the Vietnam War, highlighting the conflict's origins, key players, and significant events leading to the division of Vietnam.
The Origins of the Conflict
- The Vietnam War initially began as a civil war over determining the future direction of Vietnam.
- Divisions in Vietnam emerged in the late 1800s after French colonization, leading to resistance movements against colonial rule.
- Various groups in Vietnam aimed for independence but had differing ideologies - some leaning towards Western-style republics while others favored communism.
Key Events and Players
- Japanese occupation during World War II weakened French control, allowing Ho Chi Minh to establish a communist-led resistance movement.
- Following Japan's defeat, Ho Chi Minh gained control in northern Vietnam and clashed with nationalists in the south supported by France.
- The Geneva Accords in 1954 divided Vietnam along the 17th parallel into communist-controlled North and non-communist South.
Escalation of Conflict
- Many communist sympathizers joined forces with Ho Chi Minh's army, leading to increased tensions between North and South Vietnam.
- US involvement escalated as they supported South Vietnamese President Diem against communist forces, sparking further unrest and uprisings.
US Involvement and Escalation
This section delves into US intervention in Vietnam, detailing military strategies, troop deployment numbers, and pivotal moments during the conflict.
US Military Intervention
- By 1965, over 500,000 American troops were deployed in Vietnam to support South Vietnamese forces against communist advances.
- Intense fighting ensued as both sides engaged in battles across various regions of Vietnam.
Impact of US Actions
- Despite heavy bombing campaigns by the US, North Vietnamese forces continued their resistance efforts with air support from China and Russia.
- The Paris Peace Accords were signed in 1973 but allowed communists to retain control over territories within South Vietnam.