Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In December 1972, the United States launched Operation Linebacker II, a renewed and intense bombing campaign against North Vietnam. The offensive caused widespread destruction and significant civilian casualties, marking one of the final major military actions by the US before the Paris Peace Accords were signed in January 1973.

ITN inter viewed people on the streets of Washington in December 1972 to find out how they viewed the action.

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