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Was the battle of Dienbienphu the only French victory over the Vietminh?

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No, the Battle of Dien Bien Phu was not actually a victory for the French and so could not be considered the only French victory over the Viet Minh. About 40,000 Viet Minh attacked 15,000 French soldiers during this battle.

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