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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).
When did Gulf of Tonkin incident happen?
The date of the Tonkin Gulf Resolution was August 7th, 1964.
What was result of the gulf of tonkin incident?
It caused President Johnson to send more troops to Vietnam.
What was the outcome of tonkin gulf incident?
This incident resulted in the U.S. pursuing military action in Vietnam. It also caused the passage of the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution regarding the U.S. aiding Asian countries influenced by communism. Ultimately, this incident resulted in the Vietnam War.
Why was gulf of tonkin important?
Because this naval battle (incident) was responsible for open warfare between the US and North Vietnam.
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