OLVIETNAM - Lessons from the Vietnam War
Course Description
The session will focus on events leading to U.S. involvement in Vietnam culminating in an avoidable war with casualties over two million, including 58,000 Americans. There will be a discussion of the French colonial era, the rise of Ho Chi Minh and the Viet Minh, South Vietnamese politics, and U.S. policy decisions. There will also be
a detailed examination of the conduct of the war, with an emphasis on the tactical decisions leading to heavy casualties among Americans and theircommunist opponents. This will be an interactive session soliciting questions and comments.
Notes
Instructor: Ed Linz
English Proficiency Requirements
Continuing Education Programs
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Intermediate English Skills
Most CE professional development courses and programs require at least intermediate English skills, which are equivalent to a B2 level of English language proficiency on the Self-Assessment Form. When assessing yourself, be sure to read through each of the categories under Column B2 to make sure you meet proficiency requirements.
Advanced English Skills
Online Distance Learning courses and microcreds are for-credit courses and might require more advanced English skills, equivalent to a C1 level on the Learner Self-Assessment Form. Be sure to read through each of the categories under Column C1 to make sure you meet proficiency requirements.