Delve into Plei Gao Lang in Vietnam
Plei Gao Lang in the region of Gia Lai is located in Vietnam - some 518 mi or ( 833 km ) South of Hanoi , the country's capital .
Local time in Plei Gao Lang is now 04:04 AM (Monday) . The local timezone is named " Asia/Ho Chi Minh " with a UTC offset of 7 hours. Depending on your mobility, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Xuong Kuang, Ho Chi Minh City, Thanh Binh, Plei Xome, and Plei Poo Jal. While being here, you might want to check out Xuong Kuang . Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Plei Gao Lang ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Ia Drang Valley
The Ia Drang Valley is a valley located about 32 miles south west of Pleiku in the Central Highlands of Vietnam. It is mostly known for the Battle of Ia Drang that took place in November 1965 during the Vietnam War. The word "ia" is a word of the montagnard, or Người Thượng, people meaning "river."
Located at 13.58 107.72 (Lat./Long.); Less than 22 km away
Battle of Ia Drang
The Battle of Ia Drang was the first major battle between regulars of the United States Army and regulars of the People's Army of Vietnam (PAVN / NVA) of North Vietnam during the Vietnam War. The two-part battle took place between November 14 and November 18, 1965, at two landing zones (LZs) northwest of Plei Me in the Central Highlands of South Vietnam (approximately 35 miles south-west of Pleiku) as part of the U.S. airmobile offensive codenamed Operation Silver Bayonet.
Located at 13.58 107.72 (Lat./Long.); Less than 22 km away
Siege of Plei Me
The Siege of Plei Me was a battle during the Vietnam War, which led up to the Battle of Ia Drang. The repulsion of the North Vietnamese assault immediately set the stage for the offensive in Ia Drang.
Located at 13.62 107.92 (Lat./Long.); Less than 22 km away
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