French Indochina armistice signed at the Geneva Conference; US Pres. Dwight Eisenhower reaction

The transcript covers President Eisenhower's press conference on the Indochina armistice, highlighting the U.S. position of abiding by but not endorsing the truce. It details the events in Geneva leading to the signing of the agreement, the partition of Vietnam at the 17th parallel, and the signatures of key figures. The neutralization of Laos and Cambodia's resistance to communist demands are also discussed, emphasizing the global concern over communist expansion.

What was President Eisenhower's stance on the armistice signings for Indochina?

• He was unaware of the armistice.

• He opposed the armistice.

• He abstained from endorsing the armistice.

• He fully endorsed the armistice.

What was the deadline set by the French Premier for achieving a ceasefire?

• 15 days

• 30 days

• 60 days

• 45 days

How was Vietnam divided after the armistice?

• At the 25th parallel

• At the 45th parallel

• At the 17th parallel

• At the 38th parallel

Which state resisted demands for military controls by the communists?

• Vietnam

• Laos

• Cambodia

• Thailand

Who signed for the communists during the armistice agreement?

• General Henri Deltille

• General Nhi Thieu Long

• General Tha Khuong Vu

• General Vo Nguyen Giap