The Truth About Tonquin

The Truth About Tonquin

Archibald Ross Colquhoun

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120041630
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The Truth About Tonquin: Being The Times Special Correspondence (1884) is a book written by Archibald Ross Colquhoun. It is a detailed account of the French colonial war in Tonkin, Vietnam, during the late 19th century. The book is based on the author’s first-hand experience as a special correspondent for The Times newspaper, and provides a comprehensive analysis of the conflict, including the political and military strategies of both the French and Vietnamese sides. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of the region, the causes of the conflict, the tactics used by both sides, and the impact of the war on the local population. It also includes detailed descriptions of battles and military operations, as well as interviews with key figures on both sides. The Truth About Tonquin is considered an important historical document, providing valuable insights into the colonial conflicts of the late 19th century and their impact on the countries involved.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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