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The early history of Vietnam is characterized by the legendary founding of the nation by the Hung Kings around 2879 BCE, according to traditional mythology. Vietnam's history is marked by the rule of various dynasties, including the legendary Hong Bang Dynasty and later dynasties such as the Ly, Tran, and Nguyen.

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French colonization in Vietnam began in the mid-19th century with the arrival of French missionaries and merchants. Following military campaigns and treaties, Vietnam became part of French Indochina in the late 19th century, along with Laos and Cambodia.

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After the First Indochina War, Vietnam was partitioned into North and South, with the North under communist rule led by Ho Chi Minh's Viet Minh forces. The communist takeover of South Vietnam occurred after the Vietnam War, when North Vietnamese forces captured Saigon (now Ho Chi Minh City) in 1975.

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During the Vietnam War, the North Vietnamese leader was Ho Chi Minh, who led the communist government in North Vietnam. In South Vietnam, the leadership was more fragmented due to political instability, with several leaders assuming power at different times, including Ngo Dinh Diem, Nguyen Van Thieu, and Nguyen Cao Ky.

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He authorized financial and military aid to the French during their involvement in Vietnam in the 1950s.

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The Viet Cong were comprised of communist supporters and fighters who opposed the South Vietnamese government and its allies, including the United States. They fought alongside the North Vietnamese Army (NVA) against the South Vietnamese government and its supporters.

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He increased the number of military advisors in Vietnam and supported the South Vietnamese government against the communist insurgency.

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American intervention in Vietnam began in the 1950s as part of efforts to contain the spread of communism in Southeast Asia. The United States escalated its involvement in the 1960s, sending troops to support the South Vietnamese government against the communist insurgency.

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Lyndon B. Johnson, often referred to as LBJ, was the 36th President of the United States, serving from 1963 to 1969. His presidency was marked by significant achievements in civil rights and domestic policy but also by the controversial escalation of the Vietnam War.

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The My Lai Massacre stands as a grim reminder of the darkest aspects of human conflict and the ethical dilemmas faced by soldiers in war. It highlights the importance of adherence to international laws of war and the necessity for accountability and transparency within military operations. The event significantly shaped public perception of the Vietnam War and left an indelible mark on American military and political history.

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The Tet Offensive was a series of coordinated surprise attacks launched by the Viet Cong and North Vietnamese Army (NVA) against South Vietnamese and American forces during the Vietnam War. Occurring during the early hours of January 30, 1968, the Tet Offensive marked a significant turning point in the conflict and had far-reaching political, military, and psychological consequences.

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The Vietnam War officially ended on April 30, 1975, with the fall of Saigon to North Vietnamese forces. This event marked the reunification of North and South Vietnam under communist rule. The war's conclusion led to the withdrawal of American troops from Vietnam and the establishment of a socialist government in the unified country.