Overview
The Vietnam War was a conflict that lasted from 1955 to 1975 and involved North Vietnam and South Vietnam, as well as the United States and other countries. The conflict was declared by the United Nations (UN) in 1965 and ended with the signing of the Paris Peace Accords in 1973.
Background
The Vietnam War began in 1955 when the North Vietnamese government, led by Ho Chi Minh, sought to reunify the country under communist rule. The South Vietnamese government, backed by the United States, opposed the unification and sought to maintain its independence. The conflict escalated in the 1960s, as the United States increased its involvement in the war.
UN Declaration
In 1965, the UN declared the Vietnam War an international conflict, calling for a cease-fire and the withdrawal of foreign troops from the region. The UN also called for a political settlement to be negotiated between the two sides. The UN's declaration was largely ignored by the United States and other countries involved in the conflict.
Conclusion
The Vietnam War was declared by the United Nations in 1965. Despite the UN's call for a cease-fire and a political settlement, the war continued until the signing of the Paris Peace Accords in 1973. The war resulted in the deaths of over 1.5 million people and left a lasting legacy in Vietnam and the region.