The turning point in history for Vietnam all began in the year 1954 during the Geneva Conference, which took place in Geneva, Switzerland. The Geneva Accords both put an end to the Indochina War and began the divide of the Vietnam territory. The Geneva Accord was an obligatory agreement stating Vietnam was to be separated into two distinct territories divided by a line of segregation at the 17th parallel. Vietnam was now separated into North and South Vietnam, the communist north and the anti-communist
The AIDS virus was a major turning point in world history. Contrary to popular belief, if a person gives blood to or recieves blood from a hospital or blood bank that person will not risk transmitting HIV, a.k.a. human immunodeficiency virus and that person does not risk transmitting AIDS, a.k.a. acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. In addition, “It is now generally accepted that HIV is a descendent of a Simian Immunodeficiency Virus because certain strains of SIVs bear a very close resemblance
Throuoghout the history of man kind, conflics and issues concerning government, as well as the way political figures centrilize their own political power, have been a definant cause for both revolutionary rebellions, important wars, and the spread of nationalistic ideas and belifs. in particular, we have learned throuogh the study of historic landmarks that events in history such as the French Rebellion, of 1789 and the enlightenment of the 17th century have proved to be turning points in history, as well
Turning Points in Modern Japanese History The late nineteenth century marked the changing of government, policy, and culture within Japan. In order to understand the nation-state as it is known today, it is important to note key events in the turning of the Meiji Nation in to what is now known as modern Japan. Due to primarily discourse between Japan and China, and later Japan and the United States, the modern nation's expansive empire was annihilated. Militarism and expansionism disappointed
killed, over 1100 injured, as well as 21 ships of the United States Pacific Fleet being destroyed or damaged. The toll to the Japanese opposition, 29 planes. This single battle would become the one of the most brilliant tactical strokes in military history, crippling America’s warfighting ability for several months on end. Despite this, America rose once again from the ashes with a new image, a new goal, as a new nation. This is why the events of that fateful day must never be forgotten- from the fires
A Turning point signifies a change in the past that has a great impact on the lives of people or an individual. The 1963, Buddha Riot is considered as a turning point in Vietnam history, it impacted the lives of Vietnamese people forever. It also captures the attention of millions of people globally and locally. There are many minor events that occurred in history that did not significantly affect individual’s lives like how the Buddha’s Riot printed the hearts of the Vietnamese people. However
in the history of war."(World History Chronology) from various countries including Great Britain, the United States, and Canada stormed the beaches of Normandy hoping to overthrow the German forces occupying France. Years of meticulous planning and seemingly endless training had finally come together to form the operation known as D-Day, the invasion of Normandy. Many different operations and brilliant leaders helped to contribute to the victory at Normandy. D-Day was not only a turning point
part of the war to the Armistice Agreement (July 27, 1953) there were many battles for strategic high ground. Battles such as the Sami-chon Valley, Hills, 187, 227, 166, 113, 159, 355, and The Hook rank prominently in Korean War Canadian military history. The Armistice Agreement was implemented on July 27, 1953 and Canadian troops, under the UN military, stayed in Korea for another year to peace keep. A Military Demarcation Line was made and the opposing armies withdrew two kilometers to establish
Ring Around the Rosie The years 1348 through 1350 had been an extremely gruesome and miserable time in our world’s history. During this time period, one of the most devastating pandemics in history had struck half the world with an intensifying and deadly blow. It had been responsible for over 75 million deaths and 20 million of these deaths were from Europe alone. Out of the countries that were hit hardest in Europe from mortality rates and economic downturns, England was one of them. This
The gdansk shipyard strike was a major turning point in history. This event occurred during the August of 1980. Though it only started in one isolated area, it spread hope throughout all of Poland. The strike itself was lead by a great leader, it was a very historical event, and there were actually a few different significant reasons as to why it started in the first place that makes it important. There was no doubt that Lech Walesa was a great man, a noble speaker, and a powerful leader.