Section 1-3 chapter 26

Question 1

Which country ruled Vietnam prior to WWII? Why did they leave?

Answer 1

Country: France

• Reason: They had colonized Vietnam in the late 19th century and controlled it until Japan took over.

Question 2

Which country ruled Vietnam during WWII? Why did they leave?

Answer 2

Country: Japan

• Reason: Japan took control from French colonial authorities in 1940 and left after their defeat in the war.

Question 3

Which country ruled Vietnam following WWII? What happened as a result?

Answer 3

Country: France

• Result: Their return led to the First Indochina War between French forces and the Viet Minh, ending with France’s defeat at the battle of Dien Bien Phu.