All Battles

Operation Léa

1947 • Việt Bắc Luftlande-Op

Historical Overview

Airborne operation against the Việt Minh HQ (Việt Bắc).

Quick Facts

Outcome:Tactical French victory.

French Paratroopers

  • Commander: Jean-Etienne Valluy
  • Strength: ca. 12.000
  • Casualties: ca. 1.000

Việt Minh

  • Commander: Võ Nguyên Giáp
  • Strength: ca. 15.000
  • Casualties: ca. 3.000

Strategic Context

Attempt to capture Hồ Chí Minh and Giáp.

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Historical Locations

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