The peace process and end of war (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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In which year did the Paris peace talks begin?
In which year did the Paris peace talks begin?
1968
What was the significance of the 1968 Tet Offensive for the USA?
What was the significance of the 1968 Tet Offensive for the USA?
It showed war was far from won
Which countries pressured North Vietnam to negotiate peace?
Which countries pressured North Vietnam to negotiate peace?
China and the USSR
What dual approach did Nixon use during peace negotiations?
What dual approach did Nixon use during peace negotiations?
Official Paris talks and secret talks
Who refused to sign the preliminary agreement in October 1972?
Who refused to sign the preliminary agreement in October 1972?
President Thieu
On what date was the Paris Peace Agreement signed?
On what date was the Paris Peace Agreement signed?
27 January 1973
What did the Paris Agreement require the USA to withdraw?
What did the Paris Agreement require the USA to withdraw?
Troops, equipment, advisers & bases
How would Vietnam's new government be established under the agreement?
How would Vietnam's new government be established under the agreement?
Elected under international supervision
What caused South Vietnam's economy to crash after US withdrawal?
What caused South Vietnam's economy to crash after US withdrawal?
Poor harvests & reduced US aid
Why did Saigon fall to North Vietnamese forces in April 1975?
Why did Saigon fall to North Vietnamese forces in April 1975?
ARVN couldn't defend & Congress denied aid
What was the total economic cost of the Vietnam War for the USA?
What was the total economic cost of the Vietnam War for the USA?
$167 billion
How many American soldiers died in the Vietnam War?
How many American soldiers died in the Vietnam War?
Over 58,000
How many veterans suffered severe psychological problems after the war?
How many veterans suffered severe psychological problems after the war?
Approximately 250,000