In 1954 the French were defeated at this very famous battle partly because their area of defense received 50% more rain than any other area of Vietnam, which badly effected their equipment.
- Vunh Huy
- Hue
- Khe Sanh
- Dien Bien Phu
Answer
The correct answer is D) Dien Bien Phu.
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