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Battle of Mang Yang Pass

1954 • Hochland Hinterhalt

Historical Overview

Destruction of Mobile Group 100; last major engagement.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Việt Minh victory.

Việt Minh

  • Commander: unbekannt
  • Strength: ca. 5.000
  • Casualties: gering

French GM100

  • Commander: Colonel Barrou
  • Strength: ca. 3.500
  • Casualties: ca. 1.200

Strategic Context

Withdrawal of French forces after Dien Bien Phu.

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