Question

Vietnam became the first major conflict to be viewed by the American people through what media format

Answer 1

The war between Vietnam and the U.S. was called the "First Television War" since the conflict started through television news and media.

Explanation:

• This war was basically fought against the alleged evils of Communism as cold war tensions ran through the country.
• Advances in media and television at that time enabled easier and smooth news coverage.
• Due to the necessity of television, the percentage of Americans who owned television rose from 9 percent to 93 percent during the period of 1950 to 1966.
• The Americans had to do something unique and as a result the on-site coverage of the war in Vietnam.
• The first time in American history the news from front lines was brought straight into the living room.
• During World War 2, the stories were broadcast like motion pictures in theaters, newscaster shared the only good news and reported bad news with a cheery disposition.
• Professional and highly experienced journalists were used during this war.