aug 2, 1964 - The Gulf of Tonkin Incident

Description:

The USS Maddox is attacked on patrol by north Vietnam torpedo boats. President Johnson brought the issue to Congress requesting to respond.

President : Lyndon B. Johnson

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ByEverett Metiva

2 months ago

Date:

aug 2, 1964

Now

~ 60 years ago

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