Historians and the Origins of the Vietnam

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  1. How do “orthodox” and “revisionist” historians differ in their interpretations of the Vietnam War?
  2. Why are historiographical debates about the Vietnam War still so heated?
  3. According to recent studies, what were the critical periods or decisions that led to America’s intervention in Vietnam?
  4. How do historians view the presidency of Ngo Dinh Diem?
  5. Are there similarities between the origins of the Vietnam War and the Iraq War?

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