Anti vietnam war movement

• What was the impact of the anti-Vietnam War movement?

  It led to significant protests and media attention regarding the war.
• What support did the US provide to South Vietnam before 1964?

  The US sent supplies, advisors, and money to support capitalist South Vietnam against communist North Vietnam.
• Which US presidents increased support for South Vietnam in the 1960s?

  Presidents Kennedy and Johnson.
• What legislation was passed as a result of the Gulf of Tonkin incident?

  The Gulf of Tonkin Resolution.
• How many US soldiers were in Vietnam by 1969?

  Half a million soldiers.
• Who was more likely to be drafted into the Vietnam War?

  African Americans and poor young people.
• What were some methods of protest against the Vietnam War?

  • Sit-ins and lectures in public places
  • Burning draft cards
  • Helping drafted individuals escape
  • Mocking senior soldiers
• How did the anti-war protests affect public perception of the Vietnam War?

  They drew media attention to the US actions and the general idea that war is bad.
• Did the protests lead to immediate changes in US policy regarding Vietnam?

  No, the protests did not cause significant changes at the time.