quot;As both veteran and historian what do you believe were the contributing factors in North Vietnam's victory over American forces?"
Kenneth – "I believe the conflict was lost in both Vietnam and America itself as anti-war movements increased and American society became divided over US involvement."
Nigel – "What impact do you deem Vietnam being the first televised conflict in history had upon the outcome of the war?"
Kenneth – "A momentous effect. The media transferred uncensored footage such as the horrors of Tet, Buddhist monks immolating themselves in protest and the terror of children exposed to American napalm, daily into American lounge rooms. Shocked and devastated, much of the nation questioned US commitment to the conflict. I believe that America however, officially demanded an end to the war when; 'GIs started coming home in canvas bags'.
Nigel - "It is essential to have the support of the people in order to wage and in turn win a conflict of suc
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