Embers of War
The Fall of an Empire and the Making of America's Vietnam
by:
Fredrik Logevall
in:
Military History
Summary:
The book provides a detailed historical account of the French colonial experience in Indochina, leading up to the United States' involvement in Vietnam. It examines the political and military events that culminated in the Vietnam War, exploring the decisions and dynamics that shaped this pivotal conflict.
Key points:
1. The book delves into French colonialism in Vietnam and the rise of Vietnamese nationalism, leading to the First Indochina War.
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