Blood and flowers on the beloved S-shaped strip of land!
The event of April 30, 1975 not only ended the long war, but also opened a new page in the history of the Vietnamese people. Looking back on the past, we appreciate more the value of peace , independence and sustainable development of the country.
After the Geneva Accords of 1954, Vietnam was temporarily divided into two regions with two different political regimes. The North carried out the construction of socialism, while the South was under the control of the Republic of Vietnam government. The increasingly deep intervention of the United States led to a long and fierce war.
In 1975, seeing that the international and domestic situation had many advantages, the Politburo decided to launch the 1975 Spring General Offensive and Uprising with the goal of completely liberating the South. The campaign took place in three main stages: The Central Highlands Campaign (March 1975) - opening with the battle of Buon Ma Thuot, the liberation army quickly occupied the Central Highlands, creating an offensive position like cutting bamboo, liberating Tuy Hoa - Phu Yen...; Hue - Da Nang Campaign (March - April 1975): Continuing the victory, our army liberated Hue, Da Nang and the Central provinces, significantly weakening the enemy forces and finally the Ho Chi Minh Campaign (April 1975): This was the decisive campaign, with the goal of liberating Saigon - Gia Dinh. On April 30, 1975, the liberation army entered Saigon, occupied the Independence Palace at 11:30, forced President Duong Van Minh to declare unconditional surrender, ending the war, and unifying the country...
And so, on April 30, 1975, a small Vietnam demonstrated to the world the indomitable strength of national unity. Starting with bamboo sticks and primitive spears, the honest, gentle people "scratched themselves from the mud and stood up shining" and steadfastly fought against the cannons, the fleets, and the flying fortresses. One generation fell, another generation stood up, moving towards the day when the country was complete. That was the last day of the war, after hardships and sacrifices with the spirit of "all for the front line", the Vietnamese people won complete independence and freedom after more than 100 years of French rule and 21 years of American rule. The sacrifices of generations of Vietnamese people were duly rewarded. After 21 years of being divided by the Ben Hai River, the beloved S-shaped strip of land was reunited, the country was reunited. Children no longer had to run along the riverbanks calling their mothers hoarsely from the North and South banks. Couples don't have to part ways for two years, but for 21 long years...
After 50 years of national reunification, under the leadership of the Party, our people have overcome countless difficulties and challenges, gradually built the country, and achieved great and historic achievements.
From a country heavily devastated by war, Vietnam's economy has made remarkable progress. The comprehensive national renovation initiated in 1986 has brought Vietnam out of underdevelopment, becoming a dynamic economy in the region and the world, a safe destination for leading international investors. Vietnam is increasingly proactive and actively integrating comprehensively and deeply into the world; is a friend, a reliable partner and an active, responsible member of other countries, highly appreciated by the international community.
In terms of economy, Vietnam's GDP in 2024 will reach 476.3 billion USD with a growth rate exceeding 7%, ranking 33rd in the world, with per capita income reaching 4,700 USD. Total import and export value will reach 786.29 billion USD, of which trade surplus will be more than 24.77 billion USD; attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) of more than 38.23 billion USD...
On April 19, joining the excited atmosphere of the whole country preparing to celebrate the historic 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification, and to express gratitude to compatriots and comrades who have devoted and sacrificed for the cause of building and defending the Fatherland of Vietnam, the Government organized an online groundbreaking and inauguration ceremony for 80 large and key projects and works, spanning the three regions of the North - Central - South, with a total investment of about 450 trillion VND. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh expects that the key socio-economic projects that have been started and inaugurated across the country are all important projects of strategic significance, demonstrating the will and determination of the Party, the State, ministries, branches, localities and enterprises in creating new development spaces, creating a foundation to promote the country's socio-economic growth and development, ensuring social security, security and defense, constantly improving the material and spiritual life of the people, and being a solid foundation for the country to enter an era of strong development. "I expect that these will be important projects, "symbolic" projects that contribute to positioning the image of Vietnam as "Independence - Peace - Unity - Self-reliance - Happiness - Prosperity - Civilization - Prosperity" on the world map and ultimately bring benefits to the people, the people who enjoy the results of these projects".
The Prime Minister emphasized that in the context of the rapidly evolving and complicated situation in the world and in the country, with many new issues arising, with the spirit of making great efforts to "turn danger into opportunity", "proactive, clever, flexible to change the state, turn the situation around"; with the motto of "discipline, responsibility, timely initiative, accelerated creativity, sustainable efficiency", we believe that, with the Vietnamese intelligence and mettle that have been tested and forged through thousands of years of history of building and defending the country, we will continue to shine to bring our country to new heights, achieving even greater achievements in the era of rising up, developing richly, civilized, prosperous, standing shoulder to shoulder with the world powers as beloved President Ho Chi Minh always wished.
Together we continue to write the story of peace
In just 3 days, the parade to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and the reunification of the country will officially take place in Ho Chi Minh City. However, since the beginning of April, young people have been "buzzing" with photos and videos recording proud moments, expressing patriotism everywhere. Many alleys, tourist destinations, and coffee shops across the country have proactively redesigned their spaces and products with the national flag, commemorative slogans, or cultural symbols...
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Proud to be Vietnamese. (Illustration photo - Source: ST) |
On social networks these days, many clips made by young people make anyone who watches them feel proud. Sometimes it's just a small moment capturing a peaceful city, a clip recording the image of a flag fluttering in the wind or the most beautiful, modern things in the place where you live,... And all those beautiful things are encapsulated in two words: Peace.
Many young people also took the opportunity to review historical knowledge to better understand the heroic spirit and national pride on the day of the parade. In addition, many people updated videos... practicing singing, preparing to join in the national anthem. Songs filled with patriotism and national pride were popularized by young people: Nhung tat tim Viet Nam, Noi vong tay lon, Tien buoc duoi quan qua, Nhu co bac Ho trong ngay vui dai thang, Cuoc doi van dep sao,... are popular songs, spreading widely on social networks. At this "national concert", everyone carries within themselves a spirit of patriotism and pride. Looking at the music being spread, every Vietnamese person believes that the upcoming parade is no different from a "national concert". At this national concert, everyone carries within themselves a spirit of patriotism and pride. The closer it gets to April 30, the higher that spirit rises.
These days of April, thousands of people from all over the country gathered in the city named after Uncle Ho to watch the artillery fire on Bach Dang wharf, watch the parades and march on some central streets of the city. Everyone was filled with pride in being Vietnamese, grateful to the generations of fathers and brothers who sacrificed their blood for today's peace and independence.
Many children were dressed in pretty little ao dai or green army shirts, holding red flags with yellow stars, waving them excitedly when meeting the soldiers, taking pictures, shaking hands... At the crossroads where parades and marches passed by during the training days, in addition to the shouts of the commanders, there were also cheers and encouragement from the people. The pride in the history of the country and Uncle Ho's soldiers in every Vietnamese person always rises up strongly like that!
The image of a child wearing a red shirt with a yellow star, a floppy hat, and tightly holding a picture of Uncle Ho while visiting the artillery site at Bach Dang Wharf is an emotional and sacred moment. While holding Uncle Ho's picture, the boy sang along to the music, continuously swaying to the beat. It was not only a beautiful moment, but also a symbol of the tradition of "remembering the source of water", of patriotism nurtured from childhood, from the subconscious of every Vietnamese person...
The image of 77-year-old veteran Tran Van Thanh from Nghe An caused emotion when he drove his motorbike to Ho Chi Minh City to attend the 50th anniversary of national reunification. His journey began on April 17, 2025, with the image of a motorbike carrying the red flag with a yellow star fluttering on the national highway. Mr. Thanh shared that this was a long-cherished dream, wanting to revisit the old battlefield of Quang Tri and explore the country. "I did not take a bus or taxi but chose to ride a motorbike, because I wanted to explore every square meter of Vietnam's land"...
“Peace is so beautiful, let’s be Vietnamese together in the next life”, are the promises that young people proudly utter, expressing their respect and gratitude to the country, to the sacrifices of their ancestors soaked in blood and flowers. Because for young people, patriotism is not only about the glorious past, but also about the future of rising up and being proud!...
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