Indochina refers to a geographical region in Southeast Asia that lies roughly east of India and south of China. It comprises countries like Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia etc., all former French colonies.
Indochina is like a bridge connecting the Indian and Chinese cultures, with its own unique blend of influences from both sides.
French Indochina: A grouping of French colonial territories in Southeast Asia including Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia.
Vietnam War: A long, costly armed conflict between communist North Vietnam backed by its communist allies and South Vietnam backed by United States.
Khmer Rouge: A radical Communist regime that ruled Cambodia from 1975 to 1979 under which mass atrocities were committed.
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