Fall of Saigon

The Fall of Saigon occurred on April 30, 1975, marking the end of the Vietnam War. North Vietnamese forces captured Saigon, the capital of South Vietnam, leading to the reunification of Vietnam under communist control. This event involved a swift military takeover that resulted in the evacuation of thousands of Vietnamese and foreign civilians. It symbolized the defeat of South Vietnam and the withdrawal of U.S. forces after years of conflict. The fall is often seen as a pivotal moment in Cold War history, illustrating the collapse of South Vietnam’s government and the rise of a unified communist Vietnam.