The U.S. opposed Ho Chi Minh because they feared that if Vietnam fell to communism, neighboring countries in Southeast Asia would follow, leading to a chain reaction known as the domino theory. President Eisenhower believed that stopping communism in Vietnam was crucial to prevent widespread communist influence in the region.
In 2 sentences, explain why the us opposed Ho Chi Minh. Use president Eisenhower's domino theory in your response. (Keep it very short and simple with wording)
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