1. When did the first military parade of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam take place?

  • September 2, 1945
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  • May 7, 1954
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  • January 1, 1955
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  • April 30, 1975
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On January 1, 1955, for the first time, the Vietnam People's Army held a large-scale military parade in Hanoi and it was also the first time that the world media recorded Vietnam holding a military parade. At Ba Dinh Square, the army that made the Dien Bien Phu victory not only appeared before the people but also before international delegates and journalists. This was also the only time Vietnam held a military parade on New Year's Day.

The parade on January 1, 1955 marked the maturity of Vietnam's military strength. From barefoot soldiers carrying bamboo sticks and a small number of guns and ammunition in the early days of fighting against the French, the army marching through Ba Dinh Square on January 1, 1955 was formally organized with diverse equipment and weapons.

The parade on January 1, 1955 was also an affirmation of the capacity of the Vietnam People's Army in the context of the Geneva Agreement just signed and the country still looking forward to the day of reunification. When reading the order at the parade, General Vo Nguyen Giap stated: "Dear all compatriots, our people's army will definitely complete its glorious mission, ensure the correct implementation of the armistice agreement, and be a solid rear base for the political struggle of the entire people to consolidate peace, achieve reunification, and complete independence and democracy throughout the country."

2. In the first parade in 1955, the army sang the heroic melody of which song?

  • Marching Song
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  • Destroy fascists
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  • Heading to Hanoi
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  • Song of Hope
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According to the People's Public Security online newspaper, during the first parade on January 1, 1955, a Russian filmmaker captured the image of the heroic army of the Vietnam People's Army walking across the stage. The army held guns, wore military uniforms, and wore camouflage net-covered bamboo hats, marching in unison to the majestic music "Marching to Hanoi". This army defeated the elite French army at Dien Bien Phu in May 1954. On the stage were images of President Ho Chi Minh, General Vo Nguyen Giap and other Party and Government leaders...

3. What is the basic difference between “parade” and “review”?

  • Parades are about displaying weapons, military reviews are only about showing off force.
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  • Parades are about neat marching forces past the podium, military parades emphasize military power and weapons
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  • No difference, just different names
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  • Parades only apply to National Day, military review applies to military victories
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Sharing with VietNamNet , Colonel Duong Van Thuy, former Head of the Department of Summary and History Compilation, General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army, said: Parades and military reviews have similarities but are different in purpose. Parades are organized movements of armed forces on the streets or squares, with marching formations, carrying flags, weapons, and military vehicles. This is a form of encouragement, demonstrating the strength of the army, creating momentum during major holidays.

Meanwhile, a military parade is a more formal ceremony, often attended by high-ranking leaders. The participating forces are mainly elite units, which, in addition to personal weapons, also display many types of modern equipment and vehicles. The purpose of the parade is not only to show off but also to test and evaluate the strength, spirit and ability to coordinate combat of the army.

Thus, if the parade focuses on displaying force to the public, the military review emphasizes the aspect of inspecting and evaluating the army. Although different in purpose, both activities contribute to affirming strength, strengthening patriotism and national pride.

4. Where and when will the parade to celebrate the 80th anniversary of National Day on September 2 take place?

  • At August Revolution Square, at 6:00 a.m. on September 2, 2025
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  • At Ba Dinh Square, at 6:30 a.m. on September 2, 2025
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  • At Ba Dinh Square, at 8:00 p.m. on September 1, 2025
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  • At the Opera House Square, at 7:00 a.m. on September 2, 2025
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According to information from the Ministry of National Defense, the official parade to celebrate the 80th anniversary of National Day on September 2 will be held at 6:30 a.m. on September 2, 2025, at Ba Dinh Square.

Previously, there were milestones for synthesizing training forces on August 21 and 24, 2025; State-level preliminary review from 8:00 p.m. on August 27, 2025; State-level general review from 6:30 a.m. on August 30, 2025.

5. How many main forces participated in this year's parade?

  • 4 forces
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  • 5 forces
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  • 6 forces
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  • 7 forces
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There will be six forces participating in the parade on September 2nd this year:

One is the traditional torch bearer and the pyre guard.

Second, the artillery force.

Third, the air force flies a salute.

Fourth, the parade force. This parade force consists of four ceremonial blocks. 43 blocks represent the people's armed forces, of which 26 blocks are under the responsibility of the army and 17 blocks are under the responsibility of the Ministry of Public Security.

Military vehicles, special police vehicles; sea parade force. 12 mass parade blocks and 01 cultural and sports block.

Fifth, the standing force as the background, including the honor guard, 11 military units and 7 police units.

Sixth, the force of forming and arranging letters is chaired by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/le-duyet-binh-dau-tien-cua-viet-nam-dien-ra-nam-nao-2438020.html