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Nixon implements the Policy of Vietnamization:  January 1969

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Nixon implements the Policy of Vietnamization:  January 1969

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Vietnamization was the US policy of withdrawing its troops and transferring all military responsibilities to South Vietnam. This was a way to shift the burden of fighting in the war. The goal was to train and equip the South Vietnam military with enough resources to takeover the fighting. This policy aimed to reduce American casualties and allow for a negotiated end to the war.

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Draft lottery instituted and many become "Draft Dodgers": December 1, 1969 

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Draft lottery instituted and many become "Draft Dodgers": December 1, 1969 

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The Selective Service System conducted two lottery drawings during the time. This was in response to widespread protests and criticism of the military draft during the Vietnam War. The draft lottery randomly assigned numbers to eligible young men based on their birthdates. These numbers determined the order in which they would be called to serve in the military. The lottery system led to increased opposition to the war, with many individuals, known as "draft dodgers," avoiding the draft through various means, such as seeking student deferments, fleeing to Canada, or conscientious objection.

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The controversial “Operation Menu” begins: March 1969- May 1970

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The controversial “Operation Menu” begins: March 1969- May 1970

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Operation Menu was a covert bombing campaign conducted by the United States in Cambodia during the Vietnam War. It aimed to disrupt the logistical supply routes of the North Vietnamese forces by targeting their sanctuaries and bases in Cambodia. The operation was highly controversial as it violated Cambodia's neutrality and sparked international criticism. The bombings caused significant civilian casualties and further escalated the conflict in the region.

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During a protest against the Vietnam War at Kent State University in Ohio, the Ohio National Guard opened fire on unarmed students, killing four and injuring nine others. The incident shocked the nation and intensified the anti-war sentiment. It became a symbol of the growing divide and tension within the United States regarding the Vietnam War.

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Pentagon Papers are published by the New York Times: June 13, 1971

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Pentagon Papers are published by the New York Times: June 13, 1971

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The Pentagon Papers were a classified study commissioned by the U.S. Department of Defense that revealed the true nature of American involvement in the Vietnam War. The study, leaked by military analyst Daniel Ellsberg, detailed the U.S. government's knowledge of the war's unlikelihood of success and its deliberate misrepresentation of the facts to the public. The New York Times published excerpts from the report, leading to a legal battle over press freedom and government secrecy.

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The United States officially ended its military draft through the signing of the Selective Service Act. The decision to end the draft was influenced by a combination of factors, including growing opposition to the war, changes in military strategy (such as Vietnamization), and the declining need for large-scale troop deployments.

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Nixon signs the Paris Peace Accords: January 27, 1973

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Nixon signs the Paris Peace Accords: January 27, 1973

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President Richard Nixon signed the Paris Peace Accords, officially ending the United States' direct involvement in the Vietnam War. The accords were a result of negotiations between the U.S., South Vietnam, North Vietnam, and the Viet Cong. They called for a ceasefire, the withdrawal of U.S. forces from Vietnam, the release of prisoners of war, and the establishment of a provisional government in South Vietnam.

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John McCain and 591 POWs return: April, 1973

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John McCain and 591 POWs return: April, 1973

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John McCain, along with 591 other American prisoners of war (POWs), returned to the United States after being held captive during the Vietnam War. McCain, a U.S. Navy pilot, was shot down over North Vietnam in 1967 and endured more than five years of captivity and torture. The return of the POWs was a significant moment in the war's history and was widely covered by the media, bringing attention to the sacrifices made by American servicemen.

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Gerald Ford becomes president after Nixon resigns: August 9, 1974

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Gerald Ford becomes president after Nixon resigns: August 9, 1974

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Richard Nixon, the 37th President of the United States, resigned from office due to the Watergate scandal, a political scandal that involved illegal activities by members of his administration. As Nixon's vice president, Gerald Ford succeeded him and became the 38th President of the United States. Ford's presidency was marked by efforts to heal the nation after the turmoil of Watergate and the Vietnam War.

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The Fall of Saigon marked the end of the Vietnam War. North Vietnamese forces captured Saigon, the capital of South Vietnam, leading to the reunification of Vietnam under communist rule. The event symbolized the failure of U.S. military intervention in Vietnam and had significant political and social ramifications both domestically and internationally.