Later Phases of the Vietnam War

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What was Vietnamization, and who initiated it?

Vietnamization was Nixon's strategy to withdraw U.S. troops and transfer combat roles to South Vietnam.

What were the Paris Peace Accords?

The Paris Peace Accords were a 1973 agreement to end direct U.S. military involvement in Vietnam.

What event marked the end of the Vietnam War?

The fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975, marked the end of the Vietnam War.

How did the Vietnam War impact the U.S. economy in its later phases?

The war led to inflation and increased budget deficits in the U.S.

What were the key outcomes of the Vietnam War for Southeast Asia?

Reunification of Vietnam under communism, and significant political and social impacts in the region.

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