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January 1973

The year began with two historic events: the landmark Roe v. Wade decision by the US Supreme Court and the signing of the Paris Peace Accords, ending US involvement in the Vietnam War.

birth
Sean Penn

The future Oscar winner is born in California.
politics
Roe v. Wade Decision

Supreme Court rules on abortion rights.
war
Paris Peace Accords Signed

The US officially ends involvement in Vietnam.
Notable Passings: Lyndon B. Johnson, Bruce Lee, Pablo Picasso