A major result of the Nixon administration's escalation of the Vietnam War was widespread national dissent, which culminated in protests and significant anti-war movements across the United States. As the war extended into the late 1960s and early 1970s, public perceptions shifted, with many Americans questioning the government’s rationale for continued military engagement. The rising casualties and media coverage brought the brutal realities of the war into homes, prompting students, activists, and veterans to mobilize against it. This civil unrest played a vital role in shaping public opinion and ultimately impacted U.S. foreign policy, leading to a withdrawal of American forces in 1973.