Question

describe the scholar's Revolt of 1868 against the spread of christianity in vietnam.

Answer 1

An early movement against French control and the spread of Christianity was the 'Scholar's Revolt' in 1868. This revolt was led by officials at the imperial court angered by the spread of Catholicism and French power. They led a general uprising in Ngu An and Ha Tien provinces where over 1000 Catholics were killed.

Answer 2

1. 1.) The scholars revolt was organised by Vietnamese in 1868 against French control and Christianity. 2.) It was led by officials at Imperial Court who were against the spread of Catholism by French. 3.) They led a general uprising in Ngu An and Ha Tien provinces where many Catholics were killed. 4.) French crushed the movement. 5.) However, uprising served to inspire other patriots to rise up against the French.