Guardian at the Gate. United States Information Agency. 1965. Vietnam Era
Critical Thinking Questions:
 
 
  1. Why are the Vietnamese described as a "shadowy foe" fighting against the French?




  2. What does the "shadowy foe" description address in terms of the nature of warfare during the French-Indochina War, and eventually the American-Vietnam War?




  3. This film was used as indoctrination material for those Americans entering the armed forces. What do you think about the language used in this film to describe Ho Chi Minh and his army?




  4. If you knew almost nothing about Vietnam, and watched this video, how would you describe the differences presented here between the North and South Vietnamese people and governments?




  5. Throughout these videos, there is discussion of the instability of the political powers in South Vietnam. What is your assessment of the South Vietnamese government throughout this time period?




  6. What do you think the United States' involvement was in the South Vietnamese political situation at the time this film was made?




  7. The film mentions "six nations, in addition to America, sent troops to South Vietnam." Why do you think these other nations became involved in the major conflict in this part of Southeast Asia?
 
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