Historical Events tagged with "tet"
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Tet Offensive Begins with Embassy Assault
In the early hours of the morning, Viet Cong guerrillas launched coordinated attacks across South Vietnam, including a major assault on the United States embassy in Saigon. The Tet Offensive was a surprise offensive during the Lunar New Year celebrations and aimed to destabilize the South Vietnamese government and rally support for the communist cause. The offensive included attacks in several cities and was significant for its scale and intensity, challenging U.S. perceptions of the war's progress.
Continue ReadingTet Offensive Unleashed by Viet Cong Forces
The Tet Offensive marked a significant escalation in the Vietnam War, initiated by the Viet Cong and North Vietnamese Army. On the night of January 30, 1968, coordinated attacks targeted numerous cities and military installations across South Vietnam, surprising American and South Vietnamese forces. The offensive was timed to coincide with the Tet holiday, a traditional celebration in Vietnam, enhancing the shock of the attacks. This bold strategy aimed to incite a widespread uprising against the South Vietnamese government, demonstrating the resilience and capabilities of the North Vietnamese forces.
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