- U.S. supports Thai military as defense against communism in region.
- U.S. funds anti-communist strategies.
- U.S. air force bases in Thailand (1961-1976).
- Thai forces fighting alongside U.S. in Vietnam and “Secret War” in Laos.
- Thailand a place for R&R for U.S. soldiers. Increase in foreign targeted prostitution.
- Young people in Thailand exposed to anti-war movement and radical ideas in the world.
- Anti-imperialism, against the U.S. was one complaint of protestors in 1973.