A photo of hero La Van Cau in his youth - Archival photo
On the morning of June 25th, speaking with Tuoi Tre Online , Ms. Le Thi Kim Hue, Chairwoman of Kim Lien Ward, Hanoi , stated that hero La Van Cau passed away on June 24th.
Hero La Van Cau has passed away.
Hero of the People's Armed Forces La Van Cau (born in 1932) passed away on June 24th due to old age and ill health. The name of Hero La Van Cau is forever associated with his immortal victory at the Dong Khe stronghold during the Autumn-Winter Border Campaign of 1950.
Báo Tuổi Trẻ•25/06/2026"Mr. La Van Cau had his permanent residence in Kim Lien ward. He passed away on June 24th," Ms. Hue confirmed to Tuoi Tre Online .
Speaking to Tuoi Tre Online this morning, the daughter of Colonel and Hero La Van Cau said that due to old age and frail health, he passed away at 11:09 AM on June 24th at Military Hospital 108. The family is currently coordinating with relevant agencies to discuss and prepare for his funeral. Specific details about the funeral will be announced by the family later.
According to information from the People's Committee of Kim Lien Ward, La Van Cau, a Hero of the People's Armed Forces, a 71% disabled veteran, and former member of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (permanent residence at alley 167, Tay Son Street, Kim Lien Ward, Hanoi), passed away on June 24th.
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Hero of the People's Armed Forces La Van Cau - Photo: NAM TRAN
Hero La Van Cau was born in 1932, a Tay ethnic minority, from Phong Nam commune, Trung Khanh district, Cao Bang province (now Dinh Phong commune, Cao Bang province). He joined the Communist Party of Vietnam in 1950 and has been a Party member for 76 years.
Born into a poor peasant family in the border region, he was early enlightened by revolutionary ideals, joined the army in 1948, and quickly became an outstanding soldier of the Vietnam People's Army.
During the years of resistance against French colonialism, he directly participated in 29 battles, both large and small, achieving many outstanding victories.
Prior to the famous Dong Khe battle in 1950, he participated in the Bong Lau - Lung Phay ambush, bravely charging forward to eliminate many enemy troops, contributing to important victories on the Cao Bang battlefield.
The name of Hero La Van Cau is associated with his immortal victory at the Dong Khe stronghold during the Autumn-Winter Border Campaign of 1950.
When tasked with carrying explosives to destroy a bridgehead bunker to pave the way for the unit's advance, he was hit by enemy fire, shattering his right arm. In this perilous situation, with the unwavering will to "fight to the death," Hero La Van Cau requested his comrades to amputate his injured arm, and with his remaining arm, he continued to carry the explosives forward to destroy the enemy bunker, paving the way for his unit to charge and achieve victory.
That victory has become a shining symbol of courage, the unwavering determination to win, and the revolutionary heroism of Vietnam.
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With his exceptionally outstanding achievements, on May 19, 1952, hero La Van Cau was honored to be one of the first seven soldiers nationwide to be awarded the title of Hero of the People's Armed Forces by President Ho Chi Minh at the First National Congress of Emulation Fighters and Exemplary Cadres.
He was promoted to the rank of Colonel and retired in 1996.
After retiring, he continued to participate in social work, serving as a member of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, always setting a good example in life, and actively educating the younger generation about patriotic traditions.
Source: https://tuoitre.vn/anh-hung-la-van-cau-tu-tran-100260625080248225.htm#content-1
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