In July of 1965, Lyndon Johnson chose to Americanize the Vietnam War by
a. involving South American armies in the effort.
b. pulling out of the war altogether.
c. increasing U.S. combat strength from 75,000 to 125,000.
d. decreasing U.S. combat strength from 125,000 to 75,000.
e. deploying another 500,000 US troops.
c
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