North Vietnamese strengths in the Vietnam War
I can describe the strengths of North Vietnam and how these strengths helped them to win the war.
North Vietnamese strengths in the Vietnam War
I can describe the strengths of North Vietnam and how these strengths helped them to win the war.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- North Vietnam had a great many strengths that enabled it to win the war.
- The North Vietnamese Army was highly experienced and fought to unify and liberate their country.
- North Vietnam received a great deal of support from sympathisers in the South.
- North Vietnam also received a great deal of support from the powerful communist countries of China and the USSR.
Keywords
Terrain - the features of an area of land, for example, its hills or forest, are known as the terrain of that area
Experience - experience refers to the development of knowledge or skills in a particular activity due to sustained involvement
Support - support means to provide assistance or encouragement in order to help someone succeed
Common misconception
The US lost the Vietnam War: the North had little agency or impact on events.
North Vietnam was a formidable fighting force who had fought several wars over many years. Their strength was a major reason why they won.
To help you plan your year 11 history lesson on: North Vietnamese strengths in the Vietnam War, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
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