70 years ago: A decisive battle ended in French Indochina

In early May 1954, the decisive battle of the First Indochina War between French troops and the communist-led Viet Minh ended. Thousands of legionnaires participated, and many Foreign Legion units were lost during the fighting. The battle culminated in French withdrawal from Southeast Asia after almost 100 years.

If you would like to learn more about the battle, click on the link:
Battle of Dien Bien Phu

Battle of Dien Bien Phu - Indochina - History - First Indochina War - 1953 - 1954

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