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The Vietnam War
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Phase 1 of Tet offensive
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Phase II of Tet Offensive
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North-Sout peace talks in Vietnam
Within Close proximity of the initial attack, high ranking leaders were arranged to have a peace talk to possibly end the conflict -
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Phase III of Tet Offensive
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President Announces Withdrawal
President Nixon of the USA anounced a full American Withdrawal was in order, the Australians defence force soon followed. -
PM Gordon Announces Withdrawal
The Australian PM John Gorton announces that the 8 battalion will not be replaced when their vietnamese tour is over, therefore initiating the main phase of withdrawal. -
Last battalions Serve in Vietnam
The last Australian Battalions arrive in Vietnam, that is the 3rd and 4th Battalions of the Royal Australian Regiment. -
Peace talks break down
Peace talks between North and south powers deteriorate. -
North-South Ceasefire signed
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President Nixon Resigns
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Final US Evacuation
All American, Australian and Some Vietnamese Soldiers are evacuated as well as a minor population of Vietnamese Citizens.