This book does not try to make a political statement by addressing the issues surrounding America's involvement in Vietnam. ... To properly understand how America's involvement in Vietnam came about one must look back into history a long ways. ... It has been suggested using declassified documents that General Taylor and General Harkin deliberately misled the President with falsified reports about U.S. military progress in South Vietnam. ... It is important to remember that the leaders at this time thought they were doing the right thing. ...

• Word Count: 2373
• Approx Pages: 9
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School