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Vietnam was inhabited by ancient tribes who lived off the land, hunting, fishing, and farming.

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Vietnam was ruled by China, which influenced its culture, language, and government systems.

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Vietnam saw the rise of its own dynasties like the Ly, Tran, and Le, which brought stability and advancements in art, literature, and governance

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European traders from countries like Portugal and the Netherlands started coming to Vietnam, introducing new goods and ideas.

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France began taking control of Vietnam, leading to a period of colonization known as French Indochina. The French brought modern infrastructure but also exploited Vietnamese resources.

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Vietnamese people fought against French rule, led by groups like the Viet Minh. This period saw a struggle for independence and the beginning of the Vietnam War.

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The Vietnam War was fought between the communist government of North Vietnam and the anti-communist government of South Vietnam, with the support of the United States. It was a long and devastating conflict.

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Communist forces led by Ho Chi Minh took control of both North and South Vietnam by 1975, unifying the country under communist rule.

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North Vietnam achieved victory, and the country was reunified under communist rule.

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The Viet Cong were communist guerrilla fighters in South Vietnam who fought against the government and its allies during the Vietnam War.