Listing Type : Foreign Port
Location : Asia Other
Saigong, Ho Chi Min City came under French control from 1887. The Port of Saigon became the primary French naval base in Indo China and was defended by a number of fortifications. These defences were concentrated in the vicinity of Vung Tau, and a fort with two armoured turrets at the Overage de Rach-Cat, all covering the River Estuary.
Saigong, Ho Chi Min City came under French control from 1887. The Port of Saigon became the primary French naval base in Indo China and was defended by a number of fortifications. These defences were concentrated in the vicinity of Vung Tau, and a fort with two armoured turrets at the Overage de Rach-Cat, all covering the River Estuary.