Historical Events tagged with "operation rolling thunder"
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US Initiates Operation Rolling Thunder Bombing Campaign
Operation Rolling Thunder marked the beginning of a sustained bombing campaign against North Vietnam by the United States and the Republic of Vietnam Air Force. The operation was intended to weaken the North Vietnamese war effort and support South Vietnam amid escalating conflict. The initial strikes focused on military targets, transportation networks, and industrial sites to disrupt the flow of supplies and troops to the south. This campaign represented a significant escalation of U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War, reflecting broader Cold War strategies.
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