Battle of Dien Bien Phu

The Battle of Dien Bien Phu took place from March to May 1954 in Vietnam during the First Indochina War. French forces, seeking to reassert control over Vietnam after World War II, established a fortified base at Dien Bien Phu. However, they were besieged by the Viet Minh, a communist-led nationalist group that utilized effective guerrilla tactics and heavy artillery positioned in the mountains. The battle culminated in a decisive victory for the Viet Minh, leading to the end of French colonial rule in Indochina and setting the stage for the Vietnam War. It marked a significant moment in the struggle for Vietnamese independence.