feb 21, 1972 - 34. Nixon Visits China
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February 21st, 1972As the relationship between the Soviet Union and the People’s Republic of China started to deteriorate, the relationship between the United States and PRC began to improve. In 1972, a US table tennis team played in China and was companied by President Nixon. This event is significant because it marks the de-escalation of tensions between the US and PRC.
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Date:
feb 21, 1972
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~ 53 years ago