Asked by Hamza Nijdawi on Jul 31, 2024

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Which guerrilla leader threatened the French government that he could spare ten deaths in his nationalist army for every French death,and still win independence?

A) Bao Dai
B) Ho Chi Minh
C) Ahmed Ben Bella
D) Frantz Fanon
E) Sekou Touré

Guerrilla Leader

A commander or leader of a guerrilla warfare group, employing irregular military tactics including ambushes, sabotage, and hit-and-run strategies against traditional military forces.

French Government

The political system of France, characterized by a semi-presidential system with both a president and a prime minister, and a history of both monarchic and republican governance.

Nationalist Army

A military force that is devoted to the interests and culture of a specific nation, often emphasizing sovereignty and independence.

  • Discern the influence of decolonization and the struggle for autonomy in various countries.
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Chloe SmithJul 31, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Ho Chi Minh, leader of the Viet Minh during the First Indochina War, made this threat to the French government in 1946 during negotiations for Vietnamese independence. He believed that the strength and determination of his nationalist army would be enough to achieve victory despite any losses.