Richard Nixon
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Richard Milhous Nixon was the 37th President of the United States, serving from January 20, 1969, until his resignation on August 9, 1974. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the office of Vice President under Dwight D. Eisenhower from 1953 to 1961. Nixon's presidency is noted for significant foreign policy achievements, including the historic opening of relations with China and the policy of détente with the Soviet Union. Domestically, he is recognized for establishing the Environmental Protection Agency and implementing various social programs.
Jun 9, 1969
They must bear the responsibility for blocking the road to peace and not walking through that door which we have opened.
Jun 9, 1969
After a very long journey that took us to the middle of the Pacific, it is good to be home again and to be received so warmly by all of you who have been so kind to come out here and greet us.
Jun 9, 1969
We finally have reached the point where we can begin to bring Americans home from Vietnam.
Jun 9, 1969
President Thieu completely approves and supports the eight-point peace program which I set forth in my May 14 speech to the Nation.
Jun 9, 1969
By the May 14 speech that I made setting forth an eight-point program for peace, and by our action in withdrawing 25,000 American combat forces from Vietnam, we have opened wide the door to peace.
Jun 9, 1969
The forces of South Vietnam have now been trained and equipped to the point that they are able to take over a substantial portion of combat activities presently being borne by Americans.
Jun 7, 1969
Without the power of the United States of America in places like Midway and around the world, there would be no chance for millions of people on this earth to have peace and freedom.
Jun 7, 1969
I believe that the decision made at Midway today, and which we are announcing at this time, marks a significant step forward in achieving our goal of protecting the right of self-determination for the people of South Vietnam, and in…
Jun 7, 1969
Americans can be proud of their role in World War II and what men did in that battle and so many others.
Jun 7, 1969
And I certainly want you to know that for all of us who work with you, those men who were standing with me on this platform, we hope that the policies we develop will be worthy of the fine sacrifices all of you are making in your service…
Jun 7, 1969
President Thieu and President Nixon of the United States met on Midway Island on June 8, 1969.
Jun 7, 1969
We simply want, for ourselves and for the world, peace, freedom, and we are willing to make the sacrifices to achieve that goal.
Jun 7, 1969
I simply want, in personal terms, to express my feelings about you who are serving in our Armed Forces.
Jun 7, 1969
President Nixon assured President Thieu of the determination of the American people to assist their South Vietnamese allies to realize the basic objectives of the two nations.
Jun 7, 1969
I have decided to order the immediate redeployment from Vietnam of a division equivalent of approximately 25,000 men.
Jun 7, 1969
But I think we can see in that war something that makes us very proud of the American role in the world.
Jun 7, 1969
No actions will be taken which threaten the safety of our troops and the troops of our allies; and second, no action will be taken which endangers the attainment of our objective, the right of self-determination for the people of South…
Jun 6, 1969
It is a universal language which demonstrates that people throughout the world share many of the same problems and the same aspirations.
Jun 6, 1969
We want to express our appreciation to all of you who have come out and given us such a warm welcome to Hawaii.
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