1970s

The 1970s are famous for bell-bottoms and the rise of disco, but it was also an era of economic struggle, cultural change and technological innovation.

In 1974, two journalists brought down President Nixon by uncovering the Watergate scandal. Crucial to their story was a whistleblower.

A seemingly random robbery at a Washington, D.C. building leads to the first presidential resignation in American history.

The 504 Sit-in protest was a pivotal moment in the disability rights movement. The sit-in lasted 28 days and forced the signing of the 504 Regulations, which established protections against discrimination and paved the way for more inclusive workplaces.

Richard Nixon's personality and character issues may have led to his involvement in the Watergate scandal.

Travel back in time to 1974 and listen to Muhammad Ali talk about his upcoming "Rumble in the Jungle" bout with George Foreman.

In this History Rocks the 70's video, brought to you by the History Channel, learn about special investigator Archibald Cox's quest to investigate the Watergate cover-up. Nixon tries to get Cox fired several times. He asks Attorney General Elliot Richardson and Deputy Attorney General Ruckelshaus; both refuse and resign.

Environmental issues have long faced our planet, but what did it finally take to set aside a day just for Earth?