Paris Peace Accords, 1973

What were the Paris Peace Accords?

The Paris Peace Accords were agreements to end the war and restore peace in Vietnam.

When were the Paris Peace Accords signed?

They were signed on 27th January, 1973.

Who were the key figures that negotiated the Paris Peace Accords?

The key figures involved in public and secret meetings where a peace agreement was negotiated were the USA's Henry Kissinger and North Vietnam's Le Duc Tho.

Who signed the Paris Peace Accords?

There were 4 signatories to the Paris Accords:

• ❖ The USA.
• ❖ North Vietnam.
• ❖ South Vietnam.
• ❖ The National Liberation Front, otherwise known as the Vietcong.

What were the agreements of the Paris Accords?

There were 7 agreements in the Paris Peace Accords:

• ❖ Acceptance of the reunification of Vietnam, and agreement a new government would be elected under international supervision.
• ❖ All four parties agreed to a ceasefire.
• ❖ Agreement to keep the armies of both Vietnamese governments, but the USA would not send aid to the ARVN.
• ❖ The USA would withdraw all troops, equipment and advisers within 60 days.
• ❖ All sides would exchange prisoners of war and equipment within 60 days.
• ❖ The USA would send aid for reconstruction to both sides.
• ❖ The USA government would not interfere in Vietnam in any way.

Was peace achieved with the Paris Accords?

The Paris Peace Accords did not bring instant peace.