THE 1970S 1969 1979
THE WATERGATE SCANDAL
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October 25, 1999.
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May 15, 1974.
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June 17, 1972.
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I don’t remember the day it started.
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Detailed explanation-1: -The scandal stemmed from the Nixon administration’s continual attempts to cover up its involvement in the June 17, 1972 break-in of the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Washington, D.C., Watergate Office Building.
Detailed explanation-2: -Aerial view of the Watergate complex, site of June 17, 1972 burglary of Democratic National Committee Headquarters that became synonymous with the President Nixon cover up and eventual resignation. The break-ins occurred in the office building in the center.
Detailed explanation-3: -May 17, 1973: The Senate Watergate Committee begins its nationally televised hearings. May 19, 1973: Independent special prosecutor Archibald Cox appointed to oversee investigation into possible presidential impropriety.