38 The Cold War in Asia

These flashcards cover important events, key figures, and pivotal moments during the Cold War with a focus on the Korean and Vietnam Wars.

What was the Korean War often referred to as?

The Forgotten War.

Which two countries were involved in the Korean War?

North Korea and South Korea.

Who was the leader of North Korea during the Korean War?

Kim Il Sung.

What major superpower did the U.S. troops confront during the Korean War?

China.

What did Truman call the Korean War instead of a war?

A UN 'police action'.

What was General Douglas MacArthur's role in the Korean War?

He was in command of UN forces initially.

What agreement was supposed to set up elections to reunite North and South Vietnam?

The Geneva Accords.

What major incident escalated U.S. involvement in Vietnam under Johnson?

The Gulf of Tonkin incident.

What was Nixon's strategy for ending U.S. involvement in Vietnam called?

Vietnamization.

What was the main result of the 1973 Paris Peace Agreement?

It allowed America to withdraw troops but left North Vietnam in control of parts of South Vietnam.

How many Americans died in the Vietnam War?

58,000 Americans.

What chemical was used extensively by U.S. forces in Vietnam for defoliation?

Agent Orange.

What significant event occurred in 1968 that challenged U.S. claims of imminent victory in Vietnam?

The Tet Offensive.

Who was the North Vietnamese leader who fought against French colonial rule and later U.S. intervention?

Ho Chi Minh (Nguyen Sinh Cung).

What act was passed by Congress in response to the misleading information about the Vietnam War?

The War Powers Act.

What was the major misconception of the United States regarding Vietnamese fighters?

They believed they were fighting for communism, rather than nationalism.

What was the significance of the My Lai Massacre during the Vietnam War?

It shocked the American public and raised awareness of war atrocities.