indochinese war, 1946-1954

A history of the Vietnam War and its legacy, covering events from the nineteenth century until the end of the conflict in 1975.

Contains graphic and violent coverage of the history of the Vietnamese conflict, beginning with Indochina and French wars from the 1940s through 1975 in this thirteen part series, created from actual film footage, government archives and interviews with those who survived.

Traces the history of Vietnam from 1940 to 1960, discussing the involvement of France and then America that led to the Vietnam War. Draws from newly accessible diplomatic archives.

An eager young American channels economic aid to a "third force", but when a British journalist intervenes his motives are suspect because the American takes his Vietnamese mistress away from him.

Describes the historical background, events, and aftermath of the 1954 battle at Dien Bien Phu, which led to the end of the first Indochina War.