Historical Events tagged with "annam"
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Treaty of Tientsin Concludes Sino-French War
The Treaty of Tientsin marked the end of the Sino-French War, resulting in China ceding control of Tonkin and Annam, regions that make up most of modern-day Vietnam, to France. This agreement was signed after prolonged military conflict between the two nations over influence in Southeast Asia, primarily focused on Vietnam. The treaty was crucial for establishing French colonial dominance in the region as it shifted territorial boundaries and altered the political landscape of Indochina.
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The Treaty of Huế was signed between France and the Nguyễn dynasty of Vietnam, formalizing the French protectorate over the central regions of Annam and Tonkin. This agreement followed a series of military actions and political maneuvers by France in Vietnam, notably the capture of Hà Nội. Through this treaty, Vietnam conceded substantial control to French authorities while retaining nominal sovereignty over internal matters.
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