The Indochina Wars & the Vietnam War (1945–1991)

The Indochina Wars & the Vietnam War (1945–1991): the events, people and places explained in five minutes each, with timelines, key facts and quizzes.

The Vietnam War Explained (1955–1975): When, Why and Who Won

The Vietnam War grew from a struggle over independence and reunification into a Cold War conflict. Usually dated 1955–1975, it ended with North Vietnam’s victory, …

Oct 30, 2026 • Alex Ng