Battle of Lào Cai (1979 AD)

Battle of Lào Cai took place in 1979 AD during Sino-Vietnamese War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1979 AD
• Date: 1979-03-05
• Era: Contemporary
• Conflict: Sino-Vietnamese War
• Commanders (A): Yang Dezhi
• Commanders (B): Unknown
• Casualties: approx. Chinese claim: 7,886 casualties (including 2,812 killed) Vietnamese claim: 11,500 casualtiesChinese claim: ~13,500 casualties
• Outcome: See Aftermath section
• Coordinates: 22.300°, 104.167°

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