The USA and Vietnam, 1945-75 (2nd ed)

This second edition provides a thorough and lucid account of America's involvement in Vietnam during this period.

Incorporating up-to-date historical interpretations, the text starts with an introduction to the events that lead to France's withdrawal from Vitenam and US support of Diem's government.

Key events and issues are analyzed throughout, including the attitude and actions of not only the American presidents and their advisers, but also of prominent Vitnamese figures - Ho Chi Minh, Deim and Giap.

The escalation of the conflict, pressure for peace on the US home font and the eventual withdrawal and fallout from the war are also explained.

The updated study guides provide a firm basis for answering differentiated, source-based and extended-writing questions.