Impressive Medal Block in the parade formation, A80 mission parade

thu(1).jpg — Officers and soldiers participating in the Honor Guard actively practice to ensure the successful completion of the parade mission. Photo: Huu Thu

Accordingly, the Hanoi Capital Command has developed, deployed, coordinated the organization of selection and training of Honor Guards to participate in the parade and march during the Anniversary Ceremony.

Major General Dao Van Nhan, Commander of the Hanoi Capital Command, said that over the past time, officers and soldiers of the Capital Command participated with a high sense of responsibility, from training to general training and preliminary rehearsal, all were highly appreciated by the Organizing Committee, the Ministry of National Defense , and the City People's Committee.

“In the jubilant atmosphere of Independence Day, the country converges here to commemorate the glorious golden history of the nation. The Royal Guards are not only the soul, but also the “heart” leading the journey of historical gratitude, reminding us of the sacred values of the nation. That image spreads surging emotions, ignites heroic spirit, arouses pride and indomitable spirit in every Vietnamese person,” Major General Dao Van Nhan shared.

The Honor Guards participate in the parade rehearsal on August 27. Photo: Viet Thanh

In the parade formation, the leading flag is the National Emblem of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. The body of the car is developed from the "rowing boat" motif associated with the bronze drum, the symbol of the spirit of great national unity of Vietnam, vowing to follow the path chosen by the Party, Uncle Ho and our people; bringing the " Vietnamese Revolutionary Boat " to the shore of glory and happiness. The formation of 54 talented men and women represents 54 ethnic groups united, with invincible strength, creating victory in the glorious Ho Chi Minh era.

The procession carrying the portrait of President Ho Chi Minh in the Imperial Crest Block. Photo: Viet Thanh

Following behind was a procession carrying a portrait of President Ho Chi Minh and a model car representing the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. The symbol carries profound meaning, recreating the glorious historical milestone of the entire nation with the aspiration for “independence, freedom, happiness” and a strong determination to lead our country to a bright future.

The national flag is shaped with the spirit of strength, with the spirit of " rising and taking off ", symbolizing the wish for " a strong and everlasting nation - a prosperous and happy country " in the new era, the era of the nation's rise.

Designing and building the Royal Carriages is a process. Each car is large, with a height of more than 7m - equivalent to a 2-storey building. To ensure absolute safety for the Royal Carriages, the logistics must be meticulously carried out.

Colonel Nguyen Hoang Quan, Head of the Motorcycle - Transportation Department, Hanoi Capital Command said: "We have to come up with many solutions, applying technology to control speed. Each vehicle has a specially trained crew to handle unexpected situations."

The process of manufacturing the car goes through many stages of strict inspection. From the stage of selecting materials, designing technical drawings to assembling each part, there is close supervision by experts. In particular, the car carrying the portrait of President Ho Chi Minh must ensure that the portrait of Uncle Ho is always in an absolutely balanced position regardless of the weather conditions.

Lieutenant Colonel Hoang Quoc Thang, manager and trainer of the Honor Guard Block, said: During the training and practice process, the team of officers in charge always upholds the spirit of responsibility, actively and proactively coordinates with the General Director to maintain and organize training and practice according to the script and training schedule.

"Every day, we organize timely experience sharing to continuously improve the quality of training. 100% of officers, soldiers, students, and pupils are mentally secure, united, clearly identify responsibilities, actively and enthusiastically practice, skillfully perform the movements of the blocks, and ensure the formation movement is in accordance with the requirements of the trainers," said Lieutenant Colonel Hoang Quoc Thang.

Le Nguyen Binh An, a student at Phan Dinh Phung High School (Hanoi) shared: “When I was selected to participate in the Honor Guard, I was very proud. During the training process, although I had to go through certain difficulties such as harsh sunlight and heavy rain, I always told myself to try my best to complete the assigned tasks well.”

Major Le Thi Hai, an employee of the Organization Department, Division 301, Capital Command, put aside her work at the office, took care of her family to practice diligently, aiming for common pride. Ms. Hai shared: "Every time we practice, step on Ba Dinh Square, I feel a surge of pride, pride. We will try our best, keep the ranks in order, walk proudly, worthy of the trust, love, and expectations of the unit and family".

“Overcoming the sun, overcoming the rain”, solidarity, enthusiastic practice, ensuring that when participating in the parade, the march is even, beautiful, and unified from the general formation to each individual action. Photo: Huu Thu

The time for the parade to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam is only a few days away. Major General Dao Van Nhan, Commander of the Hanoi Capital Command, always encouraged and expressed his wish that each member of the bloc needs to uphold the spirit of responsibility, try harder, "overcome the sun, overcome the rain", unite, practice enthusiastically, ensure that when participating in the parade, the parade is even, beautiful, and unified from the general formation to each individual action. Thereby, expressing the pride, will, strength of solidarity, the beauty of the people of a heroic nation; the dynamism, enthusiasm, creativity, and belief of the young generation of Vietnam in the cause of national construction, leaving a beautiful, impressive image in the hearts of the people and international friends.

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