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The Women of Vietnam: Resistance and Resilience

23 Sep 2026 · 6:40 · S5 E243

While the major battles of Bach Dang and Dien Bien Phu dominate the historical record, the story of Vietnamese resistance is equally defined by the women who fought, led, and sustained their communities. This episode explores the legacy of the Trung Sisters, who launched a revolt against Han China in 40 CE that lasted three years before being crushed by General Ma Yuan. We then move to the Nguyen Dynasty era, examining how women managed the household economy during wartime, allowing men to serve in the military without the state collapsing. The narrative also touches on the role of female scholars and poets like Do Thi Dien, whose writings preserved cultural identity under Confucian pressure. By focusing on these often-overlooked figures, we uncover a different kind of warfare—one fought through survival, education, and community leadership rather than just swords and shields.

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