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Wars of Lan Xang

1353 CE – 1707 CE

The Lao kingdom of Lan Xang fought for survival against its powerful neighbours for 350 years, at its peak controlling territory from the Mekong to the Vietnamese highlands.

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Conflict · East Asia

Wars of Lan Xang

1353 CE – 1707 CE

The Lao kingdom of Lan Xang fought for survival against its powerful neighbours for 350 years, at its peak controlling territory from the Mekong to the Vietnamese highlands.

Standing in 1353 CE

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