March 21, 2006
Write Enough
. . . tells the story of the the Viet Minh attack that was the beginning of the end for the French in Vietnam:
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The French viewed their position in a flat valley surrounded by hills as an offensive base. From there they would venture out and cut the Viet Minh supply lines, preempting an attack on Laos. As a result of this outlook, the garrison never outposted the hills. They'd be attacking and, besides, it was impossible for the Vietnamese to haul any significant artillery up there.Unaware of French opinion, the Vietnameses went ahead and hauled heavy artillery up onto the hills along with daunting amounts of anti-aircraft guns. On March 13, they let loose a barrage, followed by a human wave attack that engulfed a French strongpoint manned by crack Foreign Legionnaires. The fight was on.
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I remember reading about that a few times. The French really got their asses handed to them on a platter by the "savages," as I read them called once.
Posted by: William Teach at March 21, 2006 04:32 PM (jNcSm)
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The French probably lacked sleep. You should quit in a little while and get a good night's sleep for your big day tomorrow! Good luck!
Posted by: Darrell at March 21, 2006 08:24 PM (DE5Zt)
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Amen. I'm relaxing for a few minutes, and then it's off to beddy-bye for me. Thanks for remembering.
Posted by: Attila Girl at March 21, 2006 10:21 PM (s96U4)
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Hope all went well. Then, how couldn't it have?
Posted by: Darrell at March 22, 2006 08:38 PM (El9nE)
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