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Unit 8 – The Postwar Period and Cold War, 1945–1980
Topic 8.8
Why did President Richard Nixon's decision to invade Cambodia in April 1970 escalate anti-war protests across America?
The invasion was seen as an attempt by Nixon to distract from domestic issues.
People believed he planned to annex Cambodia as a part of US territory.
American students strongly supported Cambodia due to cultural exchanges.
It seemed to violate his promise of de-escalation and withdrawal from Southeast Asia.
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