In this archival video clip from January 23, 1973, President Richard Nixon announces an agreement to end U.S. involvement in Vietnam.

Jan. 24, 1973 Prayers offered after Vietnam cease-fire Unlike the celebration held throughout the land with the end of fighting in World War II, the announcement of the end of the fighting in Vietn… ...

1973: Nixon announces Vietnam peace deal Close. The US president, Richard Nixon, appeared on national television on 23 January 1973 to announce "peace with honour" in Vietnam.

More than 150 Vietnam prisoners of war and their families were greeted with a hero's welcome outside of the Richard Nixon Presidential Library for the 50th anniversary of their homecoming.