Title: Vietnam War Facts, Definition, Costs and Timeline
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U.S. & World Economies World Economy
Vietnam War Facts, Costs and Timeline
How the Vietnam War Affects You Today
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Content: In August, Nixon ended the gold standard. That sent the dollar plummeting, which increased import prices. He imposed a 10% tariff on imports, which also worsened inflation. He instituted wage-price controls to stop the inflation, but that slowed growth. 18 ﻿ Companies couldn't lower wages, so they laid-off workers to cut costs. 1972: Nixon increased the bombing of North Vietnam civilians while reducing troops to 24,200. Nixon's policies created stagflation. 1973: Draft ended.