Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

vietcong

Noun

/viːɛtˈkɒŋ/

Definition

The Viet Cong were a political and military organization in Vietnam, fighting against the United States and South Vietnamese governments during the Vietnam War.

Examples

The Viet Cong used guerrilla tactics to engage their enemies effectively.
Many soldiers were sent to combat the influence of the Viet Cong in rural areas.
The Tet Offensive marked a significant moment in the conflict involving the Viet Cong.

Meaning

The term ‘Viet Cong’ originally referred to the National Front for the Liberation of South Vietnam, the communist-led opposition group that fought against the South Vietnamese government and U.S. forces.