Assassination of Diem Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
When was a military coup activated against Diem and his regime?
A
1st November 1963
2
Q
When was Diem and his brother assassinated?
A
2nd November 1963
3
Q
What was the US influence on Diem’s assassination?
A
-September 1963 Kennedy sent Robert McNamara and General Taylor to assess situation in Vietnam
-Reductions in US support recommended
-Further encouraged coup against Diem
