1973

The year 1973 was notable for significant political, cultural, and economic events. It marked the end of the Vietnam War for the United States, with negotiations leading to a ceasefire. The Watergate scandal escalated, eventually leading to President Nixon’s resignation in 1974. In economics, the world faced an oil crisis after OPEC nations embargoed oil, causing fuel shortages and inflation. In culture, 1973 saw the release of influential music albums like Pink Floyd’s "The Dark Side of the Moon" and landmark films such as "The Exorcist." Technologically, it was a period of progress with developments in computers and space exploration.