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An essay is presented which discusses significant contributions of historian David F. Schmitz to the analysis of U.S. foreign relations historiography. It explored his criticisms on U.S. foreign policy implementation by then U.S. President Richard Nixon, his publication of books about the Vietnam War such as "Richard Nixon and the Vietnam War: The End of the American Century" and "The Tet Offensive: Politics, War, and Public Opinion," and his outlook on the outcome of the Vietnam War.

An essay is presented which discusses scholarship and legacy of historian David F. Schmitz particularly his significant contributions to U.S. foreign relations historiography. Topics explored include his publication of books on historical subjects such as World War II and the Vietnam War, the accomplishments he earned as a history teacher and author, and his criticisms of American foreign policy development and implementation.