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G12: The Cold War and the Americas: End of the War

Cold War: 1945-1981

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Paris Accords

Fall of Saigon

Graphic History

The last Helicopter: Evacuating Saigon

An Air America helicopter crew member helps evacuees up a ladder on the roof of 18 Gia Long Street on April 29, 1975, shortly before the city fell to advancing North Vietnamese troops.

Vietnam Meat Grinder, 1977

 Nixon (recognizable because of his raised “peace signs,” which were a popular affectation he displayed during his campaigns and public appearances) is being consumed by a meat grinder labeled Vietnam. The pile on the right represents the remains of Lyndon Johnson after being consumed by the same meat grinder.

Domino Theory

"I have long believed that political cartoonists are born of social upheaval"   Tony Auth, Pulitzer-winning cartoonist.

Fall of Saigon

How Did US Lose?