Vietnam War Timeline

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  • "Domino Theory"

    "Domino Theory"

    The idea that if one region fell under communism the surrounding ones would also, until communism completely takes over.
  • Dien Bien Phu Is Overrun By The Vietminh

    Dien Bien Phu Is Overrun By The Vietminh

    Dien Bien Phu fell after a four month siege led by led my Vietnamese nationalist Ho Chin Minh. Once he was overthrown the French pulled out of the area.
  • Tet Offensive Launched

    Tet Offensive Launched

    Vietcong coordinated a series of fierce attacks on South Vietnam
  • My Lai Massacre

    My Lai Massacre

    Mass killing of 300-500 unarmed civilians. U.S responsible. Happened in South Vietnam on potential Vietcong members.
  • Johnson Announces He Will Not Run For Re-election

    Johnson Announces He Will Not Run For Re-election

    LBJ decided not to re-run; partly in consequence for declining public support of his policies in the Vietnam War.
  • Nixon Wins Election

    Nixon Wins Election

    Republican Nominee, Richard Nixon wins election. Promised to restore "law and order".
  • Kent State Massacre

    Kent State Massacre

    Open fire on unarmed students protesting the war. Four killed nine wounded.