History GCSE

ARVN

What ARVN means in History GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.

Definition of ARVN

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The Army of the Republic of Vietnam, which was to take over combat responsibilities, received modern American weapons and extensive training, but suffered from poor leadership, low morale and widespread corruption.

Pearson Edexcel · Option 33: Key topic 3: US involvement in the Vietnam War, 1954–75 - 4 Changes under Nixon, 1969–73 (study guide)

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Option 33: Key topic 3: US involvement in the Vietnam War, 1954–75 - 4 Changes under Nixon, 1969–73 (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)

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