Mrs. Nguyen Thi Ly (Cau Giay ward): Proud to be a daughter of the beloved Capital
For Ms. Nguyen Thi Ly, a person born and raised in Hanoi , every October autumn always brings with it indescribable, sacred emotions.
“I spent my childhood in the heart of the capital during the war years, then the difficult subsidy period. The memories of the days of ration stamps, oil lamps, and sharing meals with parents and relatives are still intact in my memory. Although it was hard, we always kept our faith in tomorrow.”
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Mrs. Nguyen Thi Ly and her husband took photos on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of National Day. |
Now, witnessing the daily changes of Hanoi - from infrastructure, transportation, life to culture and education , Ms. Ly could not hide her emotion and pride: "I am truly grateful to the Party, the Government and the people of Hanoi - the people who have silently and persistently built to have a spacious, modern and peaceful capital like today. A radiant Hanoi - not only the heart of the whole country, but also a livable city".
Although there are still many difficulties and challenges ahead, with strong belief in the solidarity, creativity and mettle of Hanoians, Ms. Ly believes: "Our capital will certainly rise strongly, walking side by side with the country into a new era - a period of prosperity, strength and sustainable development."
Teacher Le Thanh Hoa (Chu Van An Primary School): Wishing to contribute to building the Capital to be more prosperous, beautiful and civilized
Teacher Le Thanh Hoa (Chu Van An Primary School, Tay Ho Ward) shared that on this occasion, the school organized many meaningful activities to arouse pride and love for Hanoi in students. Movements such as the "Hoa Diem Tot" competition, introducing books about Hanoi, or learning famous songs about the capital... brought a vibrant, inspiring atmosphere to every class and every lesson.
She personally spent a lot of time telling her students about the 71-year journey of building and developing the Capital, through each proud historical milestone. "As teachers, we understand that our responsibility does not stop at imparting knowledge, but also sowing the seeds of patriotism, arousing national pride and a sense of responsibility in students," Ms. Hoa said emotionally.
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Teacher Le Thanh Hoa with students of Chu Van An Primary School. |
Ms. Hoa could not hide her pride in being a child of Hanoi, a thousand years of culture. "I wish to contribute my small part to the cause of educating people, so that the Capital becomes more and more beautiful and civilized." She said that today's young generation will continue to write the future of the Capital and the country. "We just hope that our children will constantly practice, not only knowledge, but also skills, ethics and courage to become good citizens, to build the Capital to develop more and more" - Ms. Hoa confided.
Comrade Bui Quang Luyet (Party Cell Secretary of Residential Group 16, Tay Ho Ward): Believes that the City Party Committee will continue to propose correct policies and decisions.
For Mr. Bui Quang Luyet, a son born, raised and working for many years in the Capital Police force, each anniversary of the Capital Liberation Day reminds him of deep pride in the glorious tradition and daily changes of beloved Hanoi.
“As someone who has spent my whole life on this land, I can clearly feel the constant development of the capital, from urban infrastructure, people’s lives, to cultural appearance. Hanoi today has both promoted its precious historical values and constantly strived towards modernity and civilization, worthy of being the heart of the whole country.”
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Comrade Bui Quang Luyet, Party Secretary of Residential Group 16, Tay Ho Ward. |
Recalling the memorable moment more than 40 years ago, Mr. Luyet could not hide his emotions: “In 1984, I was honored to participate in the activities to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Liberation of the Capital at Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square. The atmosphere of that day is still fresh in my mind - solemn, heroic and full of spirit. It is one of the most profound memories of my life.”
On the occasion of the 71st anniversary of the Capital Liberation Day and welcoming the 18th Hanoi Party Congress, Mr. Luyet expressed his belief in the future development of the Capital: "I believe that the City Party Committee will continue to propose correct policies and decisions, creating strong momentum for Hanoi to develop comprehensively, worthy of being a heroic - civilized - modern Capital."
Teacher Ho Thi Huyen (Giang Vo ward): Instilling patriotism from the first lessons of life
“When it comes to October 10, the Capital Liberation Day, the first feeling in me is always pride and emotion” - that is the sincere sharing of teacher Ho Thi Huyen, a young teacher of Thanh Cong Kindergarten, when talking about the important holiday of the Capital Hanoi.
Although she was born and raised in peacetime and did not directly witness the historic moment of 1954, every time she heard about and saw the images of the army marching to take over Hanoi amidst the forest of flags and flowers, her heart was filled with emotion and deep gratitude towards the generation of fathers and brothers who sacrificed for the independence and freedom of the nation.
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Teacher Ho Thi Huyen (Giang Vo ward). |
As a young person living and working in Hanoi, and also a preschool teacher, more than anyone knows, teacher Ho Thi Huyen is always aware of her role and responsibility in preserving and passing on the tradition to future generations: “As a preschool teacher, I always try to instill in my children's souls the love of the Capital and national pride. Every October 10, I often tell my children simple but meaningful stories about the Capital Liberation Day so that they understand that today's peaceful and happy life is the result of countless silent sacrifices from those who came before.”
Ms. Do Ngoc Linh (Phu Thuong ward): Showing gratitude for the past through today's actions
“As a young person, I always deeply feel the sacred meaning of the Capital Liberation Day October 10” - that is the passionate sharing of Do Ngoc Linh - Party Committee member, Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front of the ward, Secretary of the Youth Union of Phu Thuong ward on the occasion of the 71st anniversary of the Capital Liberation Day.
For Linh, October 10 is not only an occasion to review the heroic pages of history, to remember the indomitable and resilient spirit of generations of fathers and brothers who fell for independence and freedom, but also an occasion for today's young generation to express gratitude through concrete actions and clear responsibilities.
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Do Ngoc Linh burns incense at the city cemetery. |
“We held incense offering and candle lighting ceremonies at historical sites and traditional revolutionary houses of the ward, met and visited veterans, former youth volunteers, and families with meritorious services to the revolution - those who devoted their youth to the capital and the Fatherland,” Linh shared.
Not stopping at commemorative activities, Phu Thuong youth also strive to spread good values through concrete actions. The movement "Youth follow Uncle Ho's words - Good deeds every day" was widely launched, attracting union members and youth to participate in environmental sanitation, street decoration, urban landscape preservation, spreading the image of young people living beautifully and usefully.
In particular, to enhance education and multimedia access in the digital age, the Ward Youth Union has creatively produced digital media products - short videos about October 10, recording memories through the stories of historical witnesses, helping the younger generation better understand and appreciate the value of peace today.
With faith, enthusiasm and a spirit of innovation, Do Ngoc Linh affirmed: “That is also the way that I and the youth of Phu Thuong express our most sincere gratitude, through concrete actions, with a sense of responsibility, with a desire to contribute. Today's young generation vows to continue the heroic tradition of their fathers and brothers, worthy of being the youth of the Capital in the digital age - brave, creative and responsible to the community”.
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The image recreates the army marching to Hanoi 70 years ago in the program "Cultural Festival for Peace" celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Capital Liberation Day (October 10, 1954 / October 10, 2024). |
71 years after Liberation Day, each citizen of the Capital today is a living piece in the picture of modern Hanoi that is still imbued with traditional depth, integrating without dissolving, developing without losing its identity.
Today's Hanoians, with their intelligence, courage and deep pride, will continue to write new pages of history, so that Hanoi is not only the heart of the whole country, but also a livable and trustworthy city, worthy of the expectations of the past and the aspirations of tomorrow.
Article and photos: THANH HUONG
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