January 27, 1973… Signing of Vietnam Peace Accord

January 28, 1973… U.S.-Vietnam Cease Fire

Hard to believe that the protracted and controversial Vietnam War ended 50 years ago this month, as debate over its causes and the cause itself has been a matter of endless debate.

For some background, check out these eBooks — part of NYLI’s extensive collection:

Nation Building, a look at a war many believed couldn’t be won, and a short introductory guide.... all can be borrowed with NYLI membership.

And, subjects such as the use of Agent Orange are highlighted topics on ProQuest Congressional:

PQCongressional -.. tons of Federal Legislative History– and included with NYLI membership…

And for a broader view… learn a little about Military Law from ….

A profile of Colonel Wm. Winthrop & background on U.S. Military Law- available @ NYLI….

50 year later, we are still discussing the Vietnam War — it’s causes & controversies. The soldiers who returned from its battles are now our senior citizens.

Remember them during these last days in January…..