The war heightened Cold War tensions and had a lasting effect on U.S. foreign policy, leading to more cautious interventions in future conflicts.

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After World War II, Vietnam became a battleground for competition between Western powers and communists. In 1954, Vietnam was divided into two: the north led by Ho Chi Minh and the south by President Ngo Dinh Diem. The people of South Vietnam faced increasing dissatisfaction, driven by an authoritarian and corrupt government.

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Consequences-Global Impact (Eps.03-04)

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