The fall of Saigon, which marked the end of the Vietnam War, occurred on April 30, 1975. This pivotal event followed years of intense conflict marked by the struggle between the communist North Vietnamese forces and the South Vietnamese government, alongside U.S. military involvement. The capture of Saigon by North Vietnamese troops represented the collapse of the South Vietnamese government, leading to the reunification of Vietnam under communist control. The fall was not only a significant military victory for the North but also served as a profound symbol of the consequences of war, resulting in major humanitarian crises and political ramifications for both Vietnam and the United States.