Question

During the Vietnam War, African American soldiers were _____.

Answer 1

During the Vietnam War, African American soldiers were more likely than others to serve in combat positions.

The Vietnam War was a war in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia from 1 November 1955 to the fall of Saigon on 30 April 1975. It was fought between North Vietnam and South Vietnam and was the second of the Indochina Wars.

North Vietnam was supported by the Soviet Union, China, and other communist allies; while South Vietnam received the support of the United States, South Korea, the Philippines, Australia, Thailand and other anti-communist allies.

Answer 2

The correct answer is D) more likely than others to serve in combat positions.

During the Vietnam War, African American soldiers were more likely than others to serve in combat positions.

At the beginning of the Vietnam War, many African Americans enlisted to fight in the war. They thought that being in the army would allow them access to education and living opportunities. But by the end of the decade, racial segregation in the military and discriminatory treatment by white soldiers and officials deterred many to be in the Army.

The other options of the question were A) not allowed to fight overseas. B) often granted deferments to attend college. C) becoming commissioned officers at high range.