Historical Events tagged with "geneva conference"
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Eisenhower Commits U.S. to South Vietnam Support
In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower pledged United States support to South Vietnam, emphasizing the necessity of countering communist influence in the region. This commitment followed the Geneva Conference, which temporarily divided Vietnam into North and South. The pledge was rooted in the broader context of the Cold War, as the U.S. sought to prevent the spread of communism in Southeast Asia. Eisenhower's administration linked the stability of South Vietnam to American interests and national security. The announcement symbolized a significant escalation in U.S. involvement in the region, laying groundwork for future military and economic support.
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