10 interesting facts about the War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh City.

Located in District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, the War Remnants Museum is not only a place to preserve war artifacts but also a space to tell the story of the painful yet resilient journey of the Vietnamese people.

1. Established immediately after the war ended. The War Remnants Museum opened on September 4, 1975, initially named "Exhibition House of American-Puppet Regime Crimes," just a few months after the end of the war against the US and the reunification of North and South Vietnam.

2. Possessing a vast collection of over 20,000 artifacts , the documents, images, weapons, relics, etc., stored and displayed at the Museum contribute to recreating a comprehensive picture of the fierce war of the past.

3. The arrangement of the exhibits is highly symbolic. The museum's display system is designed to evoke emotions: from initial curiosity to shock, and then leading to reflection on peace and compassion.

4. The exhibition displays many military vehicles that were used in the war. In the outdoor area, visitors can see firsthand the A-1 Skyraider aircraft, the UH-1 Huey helicopter, the M48 Patton tank, the 175mm mortar, and even a guillotine.

5. There is also a model of the "tiger cage" from Con Dao prison. The "tiger cage" model - a method of imprisoning political prisoners under the old regime that was condemned by the whole world - is realistically recreated at the museum.

6. The exhibition on the effects of Agent Orange leaves a deep and lasting impact. The area showcasing the consequences of Agent Orange can be haunting for visitors, with images and artifacts depicting the long-term effects on people and the environment.

7. Documenting the pain of war through photographs by international reporters. The museum displays many battlefield photographs by famous reporters such as Larry Burrows, Robert Capa, Kyoichi Sawada... – providing a multifaceted perspective on the war in Vietnam.

8. Included in the UNESCO World Network of Peace Museums. In 1998, the War Remnants Museum officially joined UNESCO's global network of peace museums.

9. It is a venue for many educational activities and international exchanges. The museum regularly organizes seminars, traveling exhibitions, and exchange events with international peace organizations.

10. Welcoming over half a million visitors annually. The museum currently attracts approximately 500,000 – 700,000 international and domestic visitors each year, ranking among the top tourist attractions in Ho Chi Minh City.

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