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176. The Vietnam War: The Rise of Ho Chi Minh
Empire
Territory is Driven by Profit and Power
The French involvement in Vietnam began around 1850, initially focusing on missionary work before transitioning to commercial enterprises. By 1884, they had fully conquered the region, motivated primarily by the desire for commercial profit through its valuable raw materials and potential markets. Additionally, national security concerns played a crucial role, as the French sought to preempt British dominance in the region, considering Indochina's geostrategic significance a vital foothold against British and Dutch interests.
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