America's view in the Vietnam was fear. Fear drove them to participate in the war. Why fear? They were afraid Vietnam would become communist because if they became communist they would support or have the support from the Soviets. If this were to happen Vietnam could've became a missile launching spot for the soviets if America wouldn't have participated.
It's my best explanation from what I remember and from what I think. Hope it's helpful to you.
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The objective of the Sons of Liberty was to make the government repeal the Stamp Act which happened on March 18, 1766 . Their actions, violent or not, were aimed at intimidating officials and stamp distributors forcing them to resign. The group also put pressure on merchants who did not act in accordance with the non-importation agreement. The best work at undermining the Stamp Act was done by newspapers. Many members were printers and publishers who were directly affected by the new Stamp tax, it is remarkable that almost every newspaper in the colonies had daily reports of the activities of the Sons of Liberty and essays regarding the unconstitutionality of the Act.
More here: http://www.stamp-act-history.com/sons-of-liberty/
2.65 pounds.
I simply added the weights of both potatoes together to show the final weight.
It completely devastated the Confederacy. Many plantations, homes, and businesses were destroyed and/or burned down. Everything from supplies to food was raided. It also greatly depleted Southern morale.
