[BEST OF] The Vietnam War
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Colonial Shadows: Ho Chi Minh and Vietnam's Struggle
This chapter explores the impacts of colonialism in Vietnam, focusing on the exploitation of resources by the French and the rise of Ho Chi Minh as a revolutionary leader. It details Ho Chi Minh's shift from French socialism to Marxism, his connections with global figures, and the strategic efforts of the Viet Minh against colonial forces. The narrative outlines the complexities of Vietnam's struggle for independence, the influence of Cold War geopolitics, and the role of the National Liberation Front in resisting American intervention.
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