The article explores the profound impact of French colonial rule on Vietnam, from reshaping its political landscape to the cultural synthesis that endures today. It examines the complex legacy of French occupation, the indomitable spirit of Vietnam in its fight for independence, and the ongoing influences that continue to shape the nation. This blog analyzes…
Having resided and worked within Vietnam over numerous years, I’ve garnered substantial insight into the period commonly referred to as the Vietnam War, though technically termed the Vietnam Conflict. This era, which unfolded from November 1, 1955, to April 30, 1975, is etched as a period of intense and divisive conflict in the annals of…
Since the early 1990s, I’ve had the privilege of traveling to or residing in North Vietnam. My inaugural visit was around 1992, and the Vietnam I encountered then, particularly Hanoi, bore stark contrasts to its current state. In those days, the city was a vivid tableau of the profound impacts of the Vietnam War on…
My time living and working in Northern Vietnam has afforded me a profound perspective on the lingering impact of the Vietnam War. Although the North Vietnamese marked the onset of hostilities as November 1, 1955, the actual origins of this conflict are embedded in a convoluted web of events and decisive turning points. It wasn’t…
In the annals of 20th-century history, the Vietnam War emerged as one of the most complex and contentious conflicts ever to alter the geopolitical landscape. As an amalgam of intricate power dynamics, shifting allegiances, expansive battles, and profound aftermaths, the Vietnam War is a subject area that invites profound study. By exploring the contextual origins…
Recently, just under a mile from my residence in Hanoi, Vietnam, locals discovered an unexploded bomb from the Vietnam War, or as the Vietnamese refer to it, the American conflict. Even now, remnants like unexploded ordnance from this war surface, underscoring the conflict’s lasting impact. The Ken Burns documentary is a prime resource for those…