About this episode

This episode discusses the Battle of Dien Bien Phu and its significance in ending colonial rule in Vietnam.

We travel to Asia this week to a small country in sure many of you know, Vietnam. But what is this battle all about? Well this is the battle that ended an empire before the Americans Vietnam was occupied by another western country. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Topics covered

• Battle of Dien Bien Phu
• Vietnam
• history

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Dien Bien Phu, Asia, Vietnam

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