What is the Tet Offensive regarded as the turning point in the Vietnam War?

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The Tet Offensive was a military attack by the North Vietnamese forces against South Vietnam and its allies, including the United States, on January 31, 1968. Although it was a military failure for the North Vietnamese, it was a turning point in the war because it shook the confidence of the American public in their government and military's ability to win the war. The negative media coverage of Tet in the United States solidified the antiwar movement, leading to protests and demonstrations all over the country. This forced the US government to reassess its strategy in Vietnam and eventually led to the withdrawal of US troops from the region. Therefore, option B is the best choice. Option A is incorrect because the US forces did not experience a defeat in the Tet Offensive. Option C is also incorrect because the establishment of the Ho Chi Minh Trail was not a direct result of the Tet Offensive.

What Is the Tet Offensive Regarded as the Turning Point