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Why did Gough Whitlam pull troops out of Vietnam in 1972 after he was elected?
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∙ 9y ago
The question is wrong. By the time Gough Whitlam was elected, there were no Australian combat troops in Vietnam - they had already been withdrawn by the Liberal government in line with the U.S. withdrawal. All that remained were 100 or so military advisers and embassy guards.
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∙ 9y ago
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When was Gough Whitlam elected into the Labor Party?
Gough Whitlam was made leader of the Labor Party in 1967, and became Prime Minister in 1972.
What state did Edward gough Whitlam come from?
Edward Gough Whitlam mainly grew up in canberra.
Did gough whitlam have any siblings?
yes
What are Gough Whitlams parents and siblings names?
Gough Whitlam's parents wereHarry Whitlam and Martha Maddocks. Although I don't know his siblings names.
Who is Gough Whitlam?
he is the 21st prime minister of Australia
What did gough whitlam achieve?
Gough Whitlam was elected to be the Prime Minister of Australia by the election of 1972. He made several election promises for example, to abolsih conscription and bring the troops of Australia home from the Vietnam War; this has been believed to be the major key in winning the election after being in opposition for 23 years.
What is the birth name of Gough Whitlam?
Gough Whitlam's birth name is Whitlam, Edward Gough.
When was Gough Whitlam elected into the Labor Party?
Gough Whitlam was made leader of the Labor Party in 1967, and became Prime Minister in 1972.
Why did Australia withdraw from Vietnam?
A peace agreement was reached with North Vietnam in which the U.S.and Australia would with draw there troops and North Vietnam would stop attacking South Vietnam. After the U.S. and Australia withdrew there troops North Vietnam broke it's agreement and attacked and over ran South Vietnam.
When was Gough Whitlam born?
Gough Whitlam was born on July 11, 1916.
How tall is gough whitlam?
Gough Whitlam was 194cm roughly 6'5 ft)
What is Gough Whitlam's birthday?
Gough Whitlam was born on July 11, 1916.
What was gough whitlam's labor governments political slogan in 1972?
Gough Whitlam's slogan wasGive Gough a Go.
What were Gough Whitlam's qualities?
Gough Whitlam had numerous qualities like... Determination and Pride
What political party was Gough Whitlam in?
Gough Whitlam was the leader of the Australian Labour Party.
Is Gough Whitlam gay?
Edward 'Gough' Whitlam and his wife had four children. He is not gay.
What state did Edward gough Whitlam come from?
Edward Gough Whitlam mainly grew up in canberra.
