Question

Imagine you are an advisor for a sitting is president. You have received word that three small boats appear to have attacked the us port. The president wants to retaliate but you think more evidence is needed before us forces attack. What historical event could you reference to support your case best

Answer 1

Answer:

You can give reference to "the Gulf of Tonkin" incident.

Explanation:

When the incident of "the Gulf of Tonkin" happened, it led the US to Vietnam war. The United States confronted North Vietnam in the Gulf of Tonkin. There were two attacks on the Gulf and the United States blamed North Vietnam for the incident. However, it was revealed later on that one of the attacks was false and the US attacked on North Vietnam without complete information.