How did the beginning of the Vietnam War factor into the Cold War with the Soviet Union? As part of a study of American involvement in Vietnam, class members read a letter address to President Kennedy and his response in which he explains the rationale for sending American soldiers to the country.

Concepts

the vietnam war, vietnam

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Have groups research the CIA's Phoenix Program, the Vietnam Shadow government, and the Domino Theory

Classroom Considerations

• Class members should have some background knowledge of the Cold War

Pros

• The 11-page packet includes background information about the Cold War and American involvement in Vietnam
• Kennedy's response outlines the Domino Theory

Cons

• Little information is included about the role these advisors were expected to play

Common Core

RI.9-10.1 RI.11-12.1 RH.9-10.1 RH.11-12.1