Easter Offensive, 1972

What was the Easter Offensive?

The Easter Offensive was a North Vietnamese invasion of South Vietnam.

When was the Easter Offensive?

The Easter Offensive took place between March and October 1972.

What was the US reaction to the Easter Offensive?

This was a shock to the USA, which didn't think the North was strong enough to launch another major attack after the Tet Offensive.

What was the outcome of the Easter Offensive?

It made the USA think the war could drag on for years, despite the gains South Vietnam made in the Easter Offensive.