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Gulf of Tonkin

Gulf of Tonkin. The Incident. US responds to supposed attacks (1 st happened, 2 nd did not) US used retaliatory airstrikes LBJ announced that he was requesting support, “for all necessary action to protect our Armed Forces”….but, “America seeks no wider war”. Gulf of Tonkin Resolution.

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Gulf of Tonkin

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  1. Gulf of Tonkin

  2. The Incident • US responds to supposed attacks (1st happened, 2nd did not) • US used retaliatory airstrikes • LBJ announced that he was requesting support, “for all necessary action to protect our Armed Forces”….but, “America seeks no wider war”

  3. Gulf of Tonkin Resolution • Joint Resolution • Passed Aug 7 1964 • Result of G of T incident Aug 2-4 • 2 senators opposed (1 from Oregon) • Will eventually be repealed in 1971

  4. Controversial Because…. • Allows for increased presidential power • Constitution says Pres must go through Congress to declare war • Subverts this provision

  5. War Powers Resolution 1973 • Toward end of war (1973) a new resolution repeals Gulf of Tonkin resolution • Pres must now consult w/ congress within 48 hours of any attack • No more than 60 days of war-like activity without reconsulting congress • WPResolution passed over a presidential veto

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