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1. USN Captain John Herrick, commander Destroyer Division 192, riding in USS Maddox. Commander Herbert Ogier, captain of USS Maddox.
2. NVN Le Duy Khoai, commander Torpedo Squadron 135. Three brothers; Van Bot, Van Tu, Van Gian, commanding torpedo boats T-333, T-336, T-339 respectively.
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Why was gulf of tonkin important?
Because this naval battle (incident) was responsible for open warfare between the US and North Vietnam.
Which statement best describes the events that led to the passage of the Ton-kin Gulf Resolution?
The passage of the Gulf of Tonkin resolution occurred due to sea battles in the Tonkin Gulf between the US Navy and the North Vietnam Navy.
Gulf of tonkin incident and gulf of tonkin resolution?
The Gulf of Tonkin Resolution was significant due to the fact that it give President Johnson the ability to use military force in Southeast Asia without Congress having to issue an official declaration of war. It was signed into law on August 10, 1964.
What incident did President Johnson react to in 1964 that escalated the Vietnam War?
Tonkin Gulf ships were attacked ( this was LBJ who made it up).
What country lies west of the Gulf of Tonkin?
Vietnam
