Veterans of Battalion 24, Division 5, Military Region 7 revisit the old battlefield

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification Day (April 30, 1975 / April 30, 2025), on March 21, a delegation of veterans of Battalion 24 (12.7mm Anti-Aircraft Machine Gun Battalion), Division 5, Military Region 7 organized a visit to the old border battlefield in Vinh Hung district, Long An province.

The veterans came to offer flowers and incense at the Martyrs' Memorial at Tan Hung - Vinh Hung Inter-District Martyrs' Cemetery, visited Long Khot Martyrs' Temple, and visited the National Historical Site of Long Khot Fort area.

Veterans of Battalion 24, Division 5, Military Region 7 offer incense at Long Khot Martyrs Temple.

At the meeting, comrade Nguyen Van Tuan, Vice Chairman of Vinh Hung District People's Committee, informed the veterans about the achievements in building and developing Vinh Hung District in recent years, in which he especially appreciated the contributions of comrades and teammates from different hometowns who fought side by side in this land. At the same time, he hoped that the veterans would continue to promote the traditional qualities of Uncle Ho's soldiers, contributing their strength and intelligence with the Party Committee, government and people to build the locality to become more and more prosperous and civilized.

The delegation of veterans of Battalion 24, Division 5, Military Region 7 presented souvenirs to the district leaders and the Military Command of Vinh Hung district, Long An province.

With deep feelings and affection, comrade Nguyen Huu Doi, Head of the delegation of veterans of Battalion 24, Division 5, Military Region 7, recalled the memories and heroic achievements in fighting for the independence and freedom of the nation in the heroic homeland of Vinh Hung, expressed his emotion at the sincerity and thoughtful reception of Vinh Hung district for the delegation to visit the old battlefield, always remembering the love between the army and the people, thanking the protection and shelter for comrades and teammates during the fierce war, protecting and building the Fatherland. The members of the delegation felt excited about the innovation and development of Vinh Hung homeland and expected that the district would continue to achieve many achievements, especially in terms of economy, political security being maintained and people's lives being increasingly developed.

News and photos: HA PHUONG DIEN