Saigon
Definition
Saigon, now known as Ho Chi Minh City, was the capital of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. It fell to North Vietnamese forces in 1975, marking the end of the war.
Related terms
Vietnam War: A conflict that occurred in Vietnam from 1955 to 1975 between North (communist) and South (anti-communist) Vietnam. It involved several international players including the United States supporting South Vietnam and China supporting North Vietnam.
Ho Chi Minh: The leader of North Vietnam during the Vietnam War who led his country to victory against both French colonial rule and American intervention.
Fall of Saigon: This event marked the end of the Vietnam War in April 1975 when communist forces captured Saigon, leading to reunification under communist rule.
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AP World History: Modern - 8.3 Effects of the Cold War
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