Phu Xa ferry terminal - a place that bears the footprints of President Ho Chi Minh.

On his way back to the capital from the Viet Bac war zone, President Ho Chi Minh stopped at Phu Xa ferry terminal, Phu Thuong ward (formerly known as Xu ferry terminal), a location on the Red River that witnessed many important events during those historic days.

Phu Xa ferry terminal (formerly known as Xu ferry terminal), now located in Phu Thuong ward, Hanoi city. Photo: Tue Lam

During the years 1943-1944, Phu Xa ferry terminal was not only an important transportation point between the revolutionary base and the capital, but also a place where leading comrades such as Truong Chinh and Hoang Quoc Viet traveled, worked, and held meetings. It was also the location of secret meetings and strategic discussions on the revolutionary situation and the resistance war.

During the years 1943-1944, Phu Xa ferry terminal served as a key communication hub for the Central Committee of the Communist Party and the Northern Regional Party Committee. Photo: Tue Lam

According to Mr. Mai Van Lien, Head of the Phu Xa Village Scenic Area Management Subcommittee, stories about President Ho Chi Minh from the village elders have always been passed down through generations as unforgettable memories. After arriving in Phu Xa, President Ho Chi Minh and his delegation stayed at the village's communal house, where the village's self-defense force had prepared to protect him and his delegation.

What was remarkable was that, at the time, no one knew that this great leader was President Ho Chi Minh . The entire delegation was simply and modestly welcomed, with a simple meal of red rice, gourd soup, and sesame salt, reflecting the closeness, humility, and simplicity of Uncle Ho in the challenging circumstances of the revolution.

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Mr. Mai Van Lien, Head of the Phu Xa Village Scenic Area Management Subcommittee, said: According to the elders, after landing, President Ho Chi Minh and his delegation rested at the village's communal house, which used to be the headquarters of the self-defense force. Photo: Tue Lam

The Phu Xa ferry crossing not only marks the journeys of revolutionary leaders but also reflects the resilience and indomitable revolutionary spirit of the Vietnamese people during difficult times. Every step taken by President Ho Chi Minh, every action of the revolutionary cadres, carried immense significance, forming the foundation for future victories.

The story of Phu Xa ferry landing and the days when President Ho Chi Minh once stopped there has become a precious part of the nation's historical memory. From that small ferry landing on the Red River, the silent footsteps of the President in the past contributed to the faith, will, and aspiration for independence of the people during the difficult years of struggle. It is this patriotic spirit and yearning for freedom that has been nurtured in the hearts of every Vietnamese person, enabling them to together write the glorious pages of the nation's history.

Phu Xa ferry terminal has become a "historical landmark," contributing to the education of traditional history for the younger generation. Photo: Tue Lam

Despite the many changes over time, Phu Xa ferry terminal today remains a "living witness" of history amidst the increasingly rapid pace of urbanization. Beyond its historical value, this landmark has also become a significant site for educating the younger generation about revolutionary traditions, fostering pride in their homeland and raising awareness of preserving cultural heritage in modern life.

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Preserving and promoting the value of Phu Xa ferry terminal is also opening up new directions in the development of culture and tourism associated with the Red River riverside area. From a simple ferry terminal of the past, Phu Xa is gradually becoming a connecting point in the journey of exploring the heritage of the capital, where history blends with the rhythm of today's life. Therefore, the stories about President Ho Chi Minh and the ferry terminal of yesteryear are not just memories, but also become a source of inspiration for the locality to continue preserving and spreading precious historical and cultural values ​​to future generations.

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