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The narrative explores the 1800s conflict involving China, Vietnam, and France, highlighting the unexpected role of the Black Flags, a group of Chinese freebooters. Initially underestimated, these warriors entered Vietnam seeking plunder and successfully defeated two French expeditions, igniting a larger war. The book delves into themes of colonialism, resistance, and the complexities of regional power dynamics during this tumultuous period.
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Black Flags in Vietnam, Henry McAleavy
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- Released
- 2023
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- Title
- Black Flags in Vietnam
- Subtitle
- The Story of a Chinese Intervention
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Henry McAleavy
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 308
- ISBN13
- 9781032444666
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, History
- Description
- The narrative explores the 1800s conflict involving China, Vietnam, and France, highlighting the unexpected role of the Black Flags, a group of Chinese freebooters. Initially underestimated, these warriors entered Vietnam seeking plunder and successfully defeated two French expeditions, igniting a larger war. The book delves into themes of colonialism, resistance, and the complexities of regional power dynamics during this tumultuous period.