Peace accord outlined to end Vietnam War and cease-fire in sight
Washington and Hanoi detailed terms of a complex peace accord. Kissinger expressed confidence a Saturday South Vietnam cease-fire would extend across Indochina. About 145000 North Vietnamese troops remain, with expected reductions as reinforcement slows. POW releases to begin mid February, with 60 days of U.S. withdrawal to follow. The political future of South Vietnam will be decided without outside influence.
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Nixon Announces Vietnam Cease Fire Agreement With Conditions
President Nixon proclaimed a Vietnam cease fire to start at 7 p.m. Saturday and the withdrawal of all U S forces within 60 days. The plan includes prisoner releases, accounting for MIAs, and a four power international control commission to supervise the accord and future political settlement in South Vietnam.
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Farewell to LBJ in Washington as nation mourns
A full honors procession marks Lyndon Baines Johnsons national farewell in Washington. Johnsons coffin travels from the LBJ Library to Congress and the Capitol Rotunda before a service at the National Christian City Church and a burial near the LBJ Ranch. State and military figures participate as Black Jack the horse leads the ceremonial caisson.
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Reactions mix on Nixon cease fire announce Roswell residents respond
Roswell reaction to President Nixon's cease fire in Vietnam varied from joy to skepticism. VIVA member Mrs. Carr praised the peace but worried for missing in action and POW families. Col. O'Brien welcomed the peace and anticipated bringing Roswell troops home. Others doubted the timetable and questioned what was gained after years of conflict.
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Roswell City
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