Important Facts about the Vietnam War

Lessons
1)Leaders must be truthful (both with themselves and citizens)
2)We must study and appreciate the histories and cultures of nations before intervening.
3)Wars cannot be won without strong support both at home as well as in the nations awe are attempting to assist,
4)The media can have a very powerful effect on public opinion.
5)In covering the war, the press contributing to the anti-war movement and also jeopardizes the lives of American troops. Today national security is viewed as more important. Thus the media at times has limited access (such as in the Persian Gulf War.)
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