This was significant because it would lead to Nixon ordering the

Jan 1, 1969

In January, 1969, Nixon introduced plan for Vietnamization that would help and train the forces of South Vietnam so the Americans could eventually hand it over to them.

This was significant because it would lead to Nixon ordering the removal of troops by 1972. This brought the troops down to only 47,000.
Jun 1, 1972

Watergate Scandal

the Watergate scandal where people broke into the Democratic National Committee headquarters in Washington, D.C. and stole top secret documents that would reveal corruption and abuse of power by President Nixon.
1973

Stagflation

Stagflation was significant because it was an increase of inflation and unemployment from 1973-1975, caused mostly from Oil embargoes from the Middle East slowing the American economy, and dooming Carter's reelection.
Sep 17, 1978

Camp David Accords

the Camp David Accords, which was called for a peace treaty between Israel and Egypt. President Carter engaged the leaders of Egypt and Israel in many long talks to establish diplomatic ties with each other.

In January, 1969, Nixon introduced plan for Vietnamization that would help and train the forces of South Vietnam so the Americans could eventually hand it over to them.