Question

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select the correct answer.
what was the strategy of the north vietnamese in the vietnam war?
a. a bombing campaign to break enemy morale
b. gradual troop buildup to deny victory to the other side
c. limited war to force negotiations
d. a total war aimed at victory and reunification

Explanation:

North Vietnam's core goal was to reunite the divided country under communist rule. They pursued a total war strategy, using regular military forces alongside guerrilla fighters (Viet Cong) in the South, committing all available resources to achieve military victory and national reunification. Option A describes U.S. strategy (Operation Rolling Thunder); options B and C do not align with North Vietnam's overarching objective of full reunification through decisive victory.

Answer:

D. a total war aimed at victory and reunification