Operation Rolling Thunder was a sustained bombing campaign conducted by the United States against North Vietnam during the Vietnam War from 1965 to 1968. It aimed to weaken the ability of North Vietnam to wage war and force them into negotiations.
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Vietnam War: A prolonged conflict from 1955 to 1975 between South Vietnam (supported by the United States) and communist North Vietnam (supported by the Soviet Union and China).
Ho Chi Minh: The leader of North Vietnam during the Vietnam War who sought independence for his country and led the resistance against US involvement.
Napalm: A highly flammable substance used during the Vietnam War that stuck to skin and caused severe burns. It was often dropped in large quantities during bombing campaigns like Operation Rolling Thunder.