Tôn Thất Thuyết
Vietnamese mandarin and military leader
Born
May 12th, 1839
186 years ago
Died
1913
112 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Vietnam
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Held significant roles during the reign of Emperor Tự Đức in Vietnam. Actively participated in the resistance against French colonial rule. Engaged in military campaigns aimed at defending Vietnamese sovereignty. Played a role in efforts to modernize Vietnam's military strategies and administration. Contributed to the uprisings that sought to restore traditional values and independence from foreign domination.
Led military operations against French forces
Served as the chief advisor to Emperor Tự Đức
Involved in the Can Vuong movement
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