Cambodia and the Vietnam War
Cambodia lies between Thailand and Vietnam.
Prince Norodom Sihanouk, Cambodia's main leader, declared Cambodia neutral in 1955. The country remained neutral until it was decided thirteen years later that Vietnamese communists would no longer be welcome. United States president Richard Nixon, who supported Cambodia's efforts, launched Operation Menu, a bombing campaign along the Vietnamese/Cambodian border.
In 1970, ordered by leader Nuon Chea, North Vietnam invaded Cambodia. U.S. forces and the Army of Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) went forth to attack the Vietnam People's Army (VPA) and the National Liberation Front (LBF), both of which were based near the communist capital, Phnom Penh. This invasion led to numerous uprisings and protests in the anti-war communities of the United States.
In 1970, ordered by leader Nuon Chea, North Vietnam invaded Cambodia. U.S. forces and the Army of Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) went forth to attack the Vietnam People's Army (VPA) and the National Liberation Front (LBF), both of which were based near the communist capital, Phnom Penh. This invasion led to numerous uprisings and protests in the anti-war communities of the United States.
By: Gina R.