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178. The Vietnam War: Nixon, Vietnamisation, and the Fall of Saigon

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Richard Nixon: The Complex Legacy and Political Resurgence

This chapter explores Richard Nixon's ascent to the Republican presidential nomination in the late 1960s, examining his past as vice president and his military advocacy in Vietnam. It contrasts his aggressive anti-communist approach with the cautious strategies of previous leaders, highlighting his determination to reclaim his political legacy.

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