Ahead of the city being captured by the Vietcong, the streets were gripped by panic as thousands tried desperately to flee - many heading to the US Embassy and a helicopter out.
This report takes a look at the chaos surrounding the evacuation and one reporter's story of escape.
Report by Guinnesse.
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