Growth of US Protests and Media Coverage Flashcards

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When did large-scale protests against the Vietnam War in the USA begin to grow strongly?

Large protests grew from about 1965, after US combat troops were sent in large numbers to Vietnam.

Which two main groups often led early protests against the Vietnam War in the USA?

Students and civil rights campaigners were two main groups that led early anti-war protests.

What was the draft, and why did it make many Americans angry?

The draft was a system that forced young men to join the army. Many were angry because rich or well-connected men often avoided it, so it seemed unfair.

What did SDS stand for, and what did it do during the Vietnam War?

SDS stood for Students for a Democratic Society. It organised marches, rallies and teach-ins to protest against the war.

Give two common ways that Americans showed their protest against the Vietnam War.

They marched in large peace rallies and took part in teach-ins or sit-ins. Some also burned their draft cards to show they refused to fight.

Why was the October 1967 march on Washington, DC, important?

About 100,000 people marched in Washington, DC, in October 1967. It showed that the anti-war movement was large and could not be ignored.

Why was the Vietnam War sometimes called the first 'living room war'?

Television news showed battles, dead soldiers and wounded civilians in people’s homes. This made the horror of the war feel close and real for many Americans.

What is meant by a 'credibility gap' in the context of the Vietnam War?

The 'credibility gap' was the growing difference between what the US government said about the war and what people saw on TV or read in the news. Many began to mistrust official reports.

How did media coverage of the Tet Offensive in 1968 affect US opinion?

Pictures and reports of heavy fighting during Tet made many Americans feel the war was not nearly won. This helped increase doubt and protest at home.

Who was Walter Cronkite, and why did his view on Vietnam matter?

Walter Cronkite was a very trusted US TV newsreader. When he said in 1968 that the war might not be won, many viewers turned against the war and support for President Johnson fell.

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