What did Siam give up to France after the 1893 crisis at Paknam?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Lao lands east of the Mekong
- Step 1: French gunboats sailed up the Chao Phraya to Bangkok. Step 2. A treaty followed that year. Answer: Lao lands east of the Mekong. Why not the others: The other losses did not occur.
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