Decolonization in Vietnam

Decolonization

Vietnam

Hiren, Krrish, Vaibhav

Introduction

Topic: Vietnam DeconolizationPre-WWII, Vietnam, was colonized by France and reffered to as French Indochina -Vietnam wanted independence Thesis: In the 20th century, Vietnam’s decolonization from France deeply changed its political structure by the unification of Vietnam. However, the long-lasting battle for independence primarily caused societal equality reforms and destroyed the industrial sector of its economy, outshining its political changes.

Political- Hiren

• Rise of national movements like the Viet Minh under the leader Ho Chi Minh

• Ho Chi Minh’s declaration of independence from France

• Merge of Vietnam under communist North Vietnam

Political Effects

• Enduring political differences, and a still communist Vietnam
• Changed foreign political views and opinions about Vietnam

• Still enduring challenges on unity and overall reconciliation of the nation.

Vaibhav

Economic

• Damange to transportation networks (affected trade)
• Destroyed industrial facilities
• Spent a substantial amount of money
• (fix infrastructure, relief care, clean environment)

Economic effects

• They have flourishing urban centers yet also have poor and impoverished people in rural areas
• Had to pay off debts
• Bold divisions between classes
• Still developing and have not fully recovered from war

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Krrish Patel

Social effects

Intended to create equality for all and equal opportunity Instead faced:-Lack of education opportunities in poorer areas -Social injustices -Access to healthcare for lower class -Many still traumatized

Mass atrocity: A Call to Action

• Honor victims and their stories
• Educate others and raise awareness
• Support survivors and victims who lost their loved ones

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