The War in Vietnam
Identifying Supporting Evidence
Which statements from the document support the argument that North Vietnam was behind the rebellion in South
Vietnam? Check all that apply.
"The key leadership of the Vietcong (VC)... have come from the North and operate under Hanoi's direction."
"The United States seeks no territory, no military bases, no favored position."
"The war in Vietnam is a new kind of war, a fact as yet poorly understood."
"Communist China and other Communist states have been the prime suppliers of ... weapons."
"The directing force behind the effort to conquer South Vietnam is the Communist Party."