The po-lang flower under the banner of victory

The Pơ-lang flowers bloom brilliantly at A50 and A80.

Whether on a simple makeshift stage or in a solemn auditorium, Thi Trinh – the slender female soldier with a gentle smile – always shines in her own unique way.

2025 was a landmark year in the military career of this M'nong ethnic female soldier, as she not only excelled in her role as an artist but also became the only female soldier of the Armed Forces of Dak Nong province (formerly) to participate in two major national events: the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of Southern Vietnam (A50) and the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (A80).

Lieutenant Colonel Thi Trinh (center) performs at a cultural event of the Dak Lak armed forces.

Each A50 and A80 training session was lengthy and involved intense physical and mental challenges. However, with the spirit of "all for the sacred mission," she and her comrades persevered, overcoming their own limitations. And then, as the whole nation watched their perfectly synchronized steps on the platform, pride surged in the eyes of each soldier.

A multi-talented artist in military green.

Considered the "soul" of the grassroots cultural propaganda team, Thi Trinh showed her artistic talent from the very beginning of her military service. As soon as she donned her uniform, she was entrusted with the lead role in a play participating in the Military Region 5 Mass Art Festival. The role of the wife of a man incited by criminals to illegally cross the border demanded deep inner emotion and subtle acting skills. Despite being the youngest actress at the festival, Thi Trinh brilliantly portrayed the suffering and inner conflict between family affection and revolutionary ideals. The role touched the audience's emotions, earning her the Best Actress award – a significant milestone that opened the door to her enduring artistic journey.

From then on, Thi Trinh's versatility became increasingly evident. She could embody many different types of roles: from cunning villains, impoverished women, kind-hearted mothers from the Central Highlands, to relatable everyday characters. Each role was portrayed with authenticity and simplicity, often making the audience forget the image of the serious soldier she was in real life.

Lieutenant Colonel Thi Trinh.

Beyond acting, Lieutenant Colonel Thi Trinh possesses a powerful singing voice, deeply rooted in the sounds of the Central Highlands. She sings M'nong and Ede folk songs, revolutionary songs, and modern music fluently. She and her unit have won numerous awards at the provincial, military region, and national levels. She herself has received six commendations from the Ministry of National Defense , the General Staff, the 5th Military Region Command, and the 7th Military Region Command; and has been promoted to a higher rank three times ahead of schedule…

After the provincial merger, Lieutenant Colonel Thi Trinh was assigned to the Dak Lak Provincial Military Command. Regardless of the unit she served in, the image of this M'nong ethnic female soldier diligently training, passionately performing on stage, or quietly working on the training ground, always shone brightly. In her, one clearly sees the beauty of a soldier in peacetime: steadfast in discipline, graceful in art, and unwavering in dedication.

Quynh Anh

Source: https://baodaklak.vn/van-hoa-xa-hoi/202602/doa-po-lang-duoi-sac-co-quyet-thang-7c5457a/