How did the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution affect US involvement in the Vietnam War?

It sent the first US troops to Vietnam, thus establishing a precedent.

It authorized Operation Rolling Thunder, which led to more troop involvement.

It gave the president the ability to send troops without congressional approval.

It declared war, making the commitment of US troops necessary.

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How did the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution affect US involvement in the Vietnam War?



It sent the first US troops to Vietnam, thus establishing a precedent.

It authorized Operation Rolling Thunder, which led to more troop involvement.

It gave the president the ability to send troops without congressional approval.

It declared war, making the commitment of US troops necessary.

anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

History requires a lot of reading, with that said, you'll have to do some research, here's a start: https://history.state.gov/milestones/1961-1968/gulf-of-tonkin