Ho Chi Minh sought U.S. support in his fight against the French due to their shared anti-colonialist stance and opposition to imperialism. He believed that the U.S. declaration of independence could serve as a model for Vietnam's struggle for independence. Additionally, Ho Chi Minh tried to appeal to American ideals of democracy and freedom in order to garner support for his cause. Finally, he hoped that by aligning with the Americans, he could weaken the French colonial presence in Vietnam and increase his own political leverage.
