Vietnam

• What was the French colony in Southeast Asia called?

  French Indochina
• Which modern-day countries were part of French Indochina?

  Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia
• What religion did the French introduce to French Indochina?

  Catholicism
• What language remained dominant in French Indochina despite French influence?

  Vietnamese
• How did the French govern French Indochina?

  As if it was a province of France
• What was the name of the battle related to the French Indochina War?

  Battle of Dien Bien Phu
• Who led the Viet Minh in their fight against the French?

  Ho Chi Minh
• What was the main goal of the Viet Minh?

  To gain independence from French rule
• How did the Viet Minh utilize local conditions to their advantage?

  They understood the terrain well
• What type of support did the Viet Minh receive from China?

  Weapons, ammunition, and planning assistance
• How did the Viet Minh transport artillery pieces?

  By dismantling and using bicycles
• What was a significant problem faced by the French during the battle?

  Underestimating Viet Minh support and armament
• What was the outcome of the Battle of Dien Bien Phu?

  The French were defeated
• Why were the Viet Minh committed to their cause?

  They were fighting for their homeland and independence
• What was the significance of the year 1954 in French Indochina?

  It marked the end of French rule
• What were the differences between the Viet Minh and the French troops?

  • Viet Minh fought for homeland
  • French troops lacked local commitment
  • Viet Minh were prepared for heavy losses