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

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Nixon's Vietnam Strategy: Diplomacy and Desperation

This chapter examines the United States' foreign policy during the Vietnam War under Nixon, focusing on the strategy of Vietnamization and the controversial bombing of Cambodia. It highlights Nixon's attempts at diplomatic outreach to China as a tactical move while addressing the grim realities faced by American and Vietnamese populations amidst escalating conflict. The discussion underscores the complex interplay of military decisions, public perception, and international diplomacy during a tumultuous era.

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