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Eisenhower Explains Domino Theory
If one state in a region came under the influence of communism, then the surrounding countries would follow in a domino effect -
Geneva Accords Signed
Powers agreed to meet in Geneva to figure out Indochina conflict. The conference marked a turning point in the United States’ involvement in Vietnam.Agreement temporarily separated Vietnam into two zones. -
Gulf of Tunkin Resolution
Resolution that gave President Johnson the clearnece for military clearence to take any measures he believed were necessary promote the international peace in southeast Asia. Authorization without formally declaring war.
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My Lai Massacre
The My Lai massacre was the mass killing of about 247 unarmed civilians in South Vietnam The incident was hidden by the government, but prompted global outrage when it became public knowledge in November 1969. -
Protests at Democratic Convention
Counterculture protest groups swore to disrupt Democratic Convention.For eight days, protesters and the Chicago Police Department fought in the streets. -
Kent State Shooting
The Ohio National Guard opened fire at unarmered college protestors at Kent State. 67 rounds were fired in a span of 13 seconds, killing four and wounding nine. http://www.history.com/topics/vietnam-war/kent-state/videos/nixon-on-kent-state-tragedy -
Fall of Saigon
Capitol of South Vietnam, Saigon was captured by the People’s Army of Vietnam and the Vietcong. Marked the end of the Vietnam War, and h transition period for the reuinification of North and South.
