054 Ho Chi Minh and the Rise of Vietnam - One Minute History

The video covers the Japanese invasion of Vietnam during World War II, supported by the American OSS, now known as the CIA. Ho Chi Minh leads the Viet Minh resistance and collaborates with the OSS to gain intelligence on the Japanese. Following Japan's surrender, the Viet Minh initiate the August Revolution, leading to Vietnam's declaration of independence from France. Despite this, the US and Britain do not recognize the new nation due to their ties with France, prompting Ho Chi Minh to seek support from the Soviet Union and China. This sets the stage for Vietnam's growing significance on the world stage.

Who supported the Japanese invasion of Vietnam?

• The Soviet Union

• The American Office of Strategic Services

• The French Government

• The British Intelligence

What was the primary role of Ho Chi Minh's Viet Minh during the Japanese occupation?

• To gather intelligence for the OSS

• To negotiate with the British

• To resist the French colonial rule

• To support the Japanese forces

What significant event occurred on August 22nd, 1945, in Vietnam?

• The Soviet Union invaded

• The British recognized Vietnam

• The Japanese forces surrendered

• The French regained control

Which document did Ho Chi Minh's declaration of independence resemble?

• The Soviet Constitution

• The American Declaration of Independence

• The British Magna Carta

• The French Constitution

Why did the US and Britain fail to recognize Vietnam's independence?

• Because of their alliance with China

• Because of their ties to France

• Due to their ties with Japan

• Due to Vietnam's communist ideology