Nixon era

Definition

The Nixon era refers to Richard Nixon's presidency from 1969 to 1974. It was marked by various domestic policies such as environmental protection measures (e.g., the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency) and new approaches to foreign relations, such as détente with the Soviet Union.

Related terms

Watergate scandal: A political scandal during Nixon's presidency that involved illegal activities by members of his administration, leading to his resignation.

Detente: A period of improved relations between the United States and Soviet Union characterized by diplomacy and arms control agreements.

Vietnam War: A conflict fought between North Vietnam (supported by communist allies) and South Vietnam (supported by the United States), which ended in 1975. The Nixon era saw efforts to wind down U.S. involvement in this war.