Le Duc Tho was a Vietnamese politician and diplomat who played a crucial role in the country's history. He fought for Vietnam's independence and was instrumental in negotiating a ceasefire with the United States during the Vietnam War. While he is best known by his given name, there are several synonyms that are sometimes used to refer to him. These include Le Thanh Tung, his birth name, and Le Duc Anh, a former President of Vietnam who shares the same name. Other possible synonyms include Le Minh Khue and Le Van Thanh, although these names are not commonly associated with Tho.