Vietnam
Definition
Vietnam is a Southeast Asian country known for its history of warfare and resilience. It's famous for its diverse culture, beautiful landscapes, and delicious cuisine.
Analogy
Think of Vietnam as a resilient bamboo plant that bends but doesn't break under pressure - just like how it has endured many wars but still managed to preserve its unique culture and identity.
Related terms
Vietnam War: A long, costly armed conflict from 1954 to 1975 between communist North Vietnam backed by China & USSR, and South Vietnam supported by U.S., Australia & other anti-communist allies.
Ho Chi Minh: Vietnamese Communist revolutionary leader who was prime minister (1945–55) and president (1945–69) of North Vietnam. He led the Viet Minh independence movement from 1941 onward.
Doi Moi Policy: The name given to the economic reforms initiated in Vietnam in 1986 with the goal of creating a 'socialist-oriented market economy'.
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Practice Questions (4)
- What led to increased American involvement in Vietnam during the mid-1900s?
- Which of the following was not a factor in the spread of communism in Vietnam?
- How did the outcomes of Communist land reform policies differ between Vietnam and East Germany after WWII?
- Why did Vietnam become a prominent symbol for Global Spread of Communism after 1900?
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