Year 11 - History
Peace negotiations to end the Vietnam War, 1968-1972
The USA, 1954–75 conflict at home and abroad
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils study a modern society and the issues that affected it in great depth over a shorter period. They learn about the key events, developments, people and stories that shaped this modern society over a period of around twenty to thirty years.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to describe features of the peace negotiations and give reasons for their failure.
Key Notes
- Johnson began negotiations in 1968, but little to no progress was made.
- Nixon began secret negotiations with North Vietnam when he became president in 1969.
- A breakthrough in the secret negotiations happened in 1972, but South Vietnam refused to accept the draft peace treaty.
- War continued whilst negotiations were ongoing, through actions like the Easter Offensive and Operation Linebacker II.
Vocabulary To Learn
- delegate: a delegate is a person sent to a meeting or conference to represent others
- negotiation: a negotiation is a discussion aimed at reaching an agreement
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Allies are open and honest with each other, as friends should be.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Summarise this historical learning in two key ideas.
Johnson began negotiations in 1968, but little to no progress was made. Nixon began secret negotiations with North Vietnam when he became president in 1969.
2. Define this history term and explain why it matters in this topic. 'delegate'
a delegate is a person sent to a meeting or conference to represent others.
3. Correct this common history misconception using evidence language.
Mistake: Allies are open and honest with each other, as friends should be. Correction: Countries break alliances frequently and regularly act against the interests of long-time allies.
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