Hugh Thompson, Jr.

Quảng Ngãi

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July 25th 2018
2 hours in a suicide van (3 1/2 hours in Google Directions) from Hoi An brought me to this lovely little city on the Song Tra Khuc River. It's worth a day or two to explore its great energy, even if you don't intend to depress yourself by visiting the Mai Lai Massacre site. I borrowed a bicycle from my guesthouse (Thanh Lich- a wonderful place to stay, with such friendly and helpful owners) and ... read more

Asia » Vietnam » South Central Coast » Quang Ngai

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The conquest of Vietnam by France began in 1858 and was completed by 1884. It became part of French Indochina in 1887. Independence was declared after World War II, but the French continued to rule until 1954 when they were defeated by Communist forc... ... read more