The Vietnam War (1954-1980)

Ho Chi Minh wants Independence for Vietnam

Sep 2, 1945

U.S Assists France

May 8, 1950

The Geneva Accords

Jul 27, 1954

The French Indchina war came to an end and the Geneva Accords were signed to have Vietnam divided by the 17th parallel. The North section of Vietnam was lead by Hochi Minh a communist backed by Soviet Russia, and China. The South was soon lead by Ngo Dinh Diem and backed by the United States and the Philippines..

Ngo Dinh Diem claims presidency of the Republic of Vietnam

Oct 1, 1955

Ngo Dinh Diem, an anti-communist opposes the elections and appoints himself as president of the Republic of Vietnam. He immediately gets recognition from the United States and they begin to send supplies and training to the South.

U.S. Troops Arrive in Vietnam

Mar 8, 1965

Richard Nixon is Elected President

Jan 20, 1969

Last U.S. Troops Leave Vietnam

Mar 29, 1973

The Tet Offensive

Dec 24, 1978