The causes of the proxy wars in Korea and Vietnam were primarily driven by the Cold War rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union. In both cases, the conflict was a clash between communist and anti-communist forces, with North Korea and Vietnam being supported by the Soviet Union and China, and South Korea and South Vietnam being supported by the United States. The impact of these wars was devastating, resulting in large numbers of casualties, widespread destruction, and long-lasting political and social consequences for the countries involved. Additionally, these conflicts further heightened tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union, contributing to the overall escalation of the Cold War.
