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Domino Theory Coined
Eisenhower coined the phrase "domino theory". This suggested the communist can create a domino effect. -
Geneva Accords
Vietnam was divided on the 17th parallel. Elections were held back. The French withdrew their troops because of this agreement. -
Assassination of Diem
Diem was a Vietnamese leader and his assassination caused an uproar. -
Gulf of Tonkin Resolution
This resolution stated that the US would take all measures to make sure no attacks happened from the communists. This obligated us to join if something happened. -
LBJ Orders 1st Troops to Vietnam
LBJ ordered 3,500 soldiers into Vietnam. This marks the point where America entered the war. -
My Lai Massacre
American soldiers killed unarmed civilians. This angered many people and was very frowned upon. -
Tet Offensive
Attacks by 85,000 Vietnamese soldiers. This raised tensions. -
Nixon Sends Troops to Cambodia
Nixon sent troops and bombs to try to cut out supply and weaken the US enemies. -
Hard Hat Riot
Construction workers rallied up in New York. This gave more recognition to the school strikes. -
Kent State Shooting
Ohio national guard opened fire and killed 4 students at Kent State. -
Nixons Christmas Bombing
The American airforce lost all of its planes after dropping dozens of bombs over Vietnam. -
Paris Peace Accords
Agreement to restore peace in Vietnam. This lessened the tension. -
Nixons Vietnamization Policy
This policy caused the US to withdraw its troops from vietnam. -
War Powers Act
Gave the president the ability to initiate or escalate. Nixon then used this to his advantage, -
Saigon Falls
The capital of Vietnam, Saigon, was captured by the army of the people. This showed the South Vietnamese strength.