History of North America - Vietnam and stagflation

Vietnam and stagflation

Main articles: History of the United States (1964–1980), History of Canada (1960–1981), 1960s, and 1970s

During this time the United States became involved in the Vietnam War as part of the global Cold War. This war would later prove to be highly divisive in American society, and American troops were withdrawn.

Canada during this era was dominated by the leadership of Pierre Elliot Trudeau. Eventually in 1982 at the end of his tenure, Canada received a new constitution.

Both the United States and Canada experienced stagflation, which eventually led to a revival in small-government politics.