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Surrender of Japan
Japan surrendered to the allies, marking the end of World War 2. This event is in the political category because it marked the ending of Japanese occupation and a significant shift in power. -
France Reclaims Control of Vietnam
France reclaims control of Vietnam. This event is political because it involves the reestablishment of French rule in Vietnam, highlighting the exercise of political control and influence. -
Battle of Dien Bien Phu
This is where the Viet Minh defeated the French, leading to the Geneva Accords. This event is in the military category as it signifies a major battle during the Vietnam War and that ultimately leads to negotiations and the Geneva Accords. -
South Vietnam declares independence
South Vietnam declares independence, with Ngo Dinh Diem as its leader. This event falls under the political category as it involves the declaration of independence by South Vietnam and the establishment of its political leadership. -
Gulf of Tonkin Incident
This incident escalated U.S. involvement in the war. This event falls under both the military and political category. This event involved a reported attack on U.S. ships that were in the Gulf of Tonkin, which led to increased U.S. military involvement and the passing of the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution by congress. -
Tet Offensive
Tet Offensive was a major turning point in the war. This event falls under the military category because it was a large- scale offensive attack launched by North Vietnamese against South Vietnam and the U.S. -
Paris Peace Accords Signed
Paris Peace Accords signed, leading to the withdrawal of U.S. troops. This event falls under the political category as it involves the signing of a peace agreement in Paris, which led to the political resolution of the conflict and the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Vietnam. -
Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington D.C.
The Vietnam Veterans memorial is dedicated in Washington, D.C, honoring those who served and died in the war. The memorial features over 58,000 names of people who lost their lives in the conflict. This would fall under the political category because it is a symbol of national recognition of the Vietnam War.