Events with tag - Vietnam War

April 7, 1954

Introduction of the Domino Theory

President Dwight D. Eisenhower introduced the Domino Theory during a press conference, establishing a cornerstone of U.S. foreign policy that suggested communist takeover of one nation would lead to communist expansion in neighboring countries.

January 2, 1967

Operation Bolo

Operation Bolo was a decisive aerial battle of the Vietnam War on January 2, 1967, where U.S. Air Force F-4 Phantoms, disguised as F-105 Thunderchiefs, successfully destroyed seven North Vietnamese MiG-21s without any American losses.

December 1, 1969

First US Peacetime Draft Lottery

On December 1, 1969, the United States conducted its first peacetime draft lottery, revolutionizing military recruitment during the Vietnam War era. The historic event determined the service order for men born between 1944 and 1950 through a televised drawing of 366 blue plastic capsules.

July 1, 1971

26th Amendment Ratification

The 26th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, lowering the voting age from 21 to 18. It became the fastest-ratified amendment in U.S. history, taking just 100 days to complete the process.