Britain's peacekeeping role in Southeast Asia after World War II was clear enough but the purpose of the Commonwealth in the region later became shadowy. British involvement in the wars fought in Vietnam between 1946 and 1975 has been the subject of a number of books--most of which focus on the sometimes clandestine activities of politicians--and unsubstantiated claims about British support for the United States' war effort have gained acceptance.

Drawing on previously undiscovered information from Britain's National Archives, this book discusses the conduct of the wars in Vietnam and the political ramifications of UK involvement, and describes Britain's actual role in these conflicts: supplying troops, weapons and intelligence to the French and U.S. governments while the latter were in combat with Ho Chi Minh's North Vietnamese.

About the Author
The late Gerald Prenderghast was a military historian and lived in Kent, United Kingdom. His publications included books about historic firearms, maritime history and Britain's involvement in the Wars in Vietnam.


Book Information
ISBN 9780786499243
Author Gerald Prenderghast
Format Paperback
Page Count 328
Imprint McFarland & Co Inc
Publisher McFarland & Co Inc
Weight(grams) 572g
Dimensions(mm) 254mm * 178mm * 17mm