johnson, lyndon b

The Vietnam War constitutes a defining moment in modern history. Starting from a time soon after the Japanese surrender in 1945, at the end of the Second World War, and lasting to the North Vietnamese conquest of South Vietnam in 1975 to re-create a unified Vietnamese state, the war pitted the Communists of Vietnam, against a number of opponents. Those included first the French and second the South Vietnamese and Americans, the latter supported by a number of allies.

Discusses the role President Lyndon B. Johnson played in the Vietnam War.

"Lyndon B. Johnson, thrust unexpectedly into the presidency following John F. Kennedy's assassination, ushered in a new wave of civil rights and launched a war against poverty. Though his experience as Senate majority leader helped ensure the passage of much of his domestic agenda, his administration was soon hampered by the ongoing war in Vietnam. By 1968, with the country embroiled in race riots as well as antiwar protests, Johnson declined to run for a second full term. This biography explores how a son of Texas pioneers became a bold champion of civil rights and embattled commander in chief"--Amazon.com.

Explores the life and accomplishments of Lyndon B. Johnson and examines how he led the country during his time as president. Features full-color and black-and-white photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Examines the decisions made between 1963 and 1965 in regards to escalating United States involvement in the Vietnam War and looks at how early mistakes in policy formation were constantly repeated throughout the Johnson administration.

This wide-ranging volume delves into the many causes of the controversial conflict, from French colonialism to the spread of Communism to the final sparks that ignited combat.

Examines the civil rights movement through the eyes of President Lyndon B. Johnson.

A collection of transcripts of the secret recordings made by presidents Kennedy and Johnson of meetings between 1962 and the 1964 passage of the Civil Rights Act, reveal how the White House transformed civil rights history.