Many valuable documents at the Online Exhibition "Dear Compatriots of the Capital"

The exhibition aims to introduce to the public archival documents and illustrations of the struggle against the French by Hanoi 's army and people from the late 19th century to 1954, many of which are published for the first time.

"Hey Capital people!" is a familiar call during the resistance war against the French in Hanoi. During nearly a century under the yoke of French colonialism, especially since the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam , many popular struggles took place vigorously, creating a premise for later uprisings.

The online 3D exhibition titled “Dear Capital People” introduces to the public archival documents and illustrations of the Hanoi army and people’s struggle against the French. Photo: Organizing Committee

The August 1945 general uprising in the form of demonstrations by 200,000 people in and around Hanoi won a glorious victory. From then on, the government in Hanoi belonged to the Viet Minh. Hanoi revived to welcome Independence Day - National Day September 2.

The smoke of war continued to cover the streets of Hanoi from the end of 1946 when the French colonialists returned to invade our country. Responding to President Ho's call for national resistance, the entire army and people of Hanoi fought steadfastly, determined to sacrifice everything for the beloved capital.

After 8 years of fierce resistance, the people of the capital were delighted to welcome the victorious army marching to liberate Hanoi. The red flag with yellow star fluttered on the Hanoi Flag Tower, ending a journey full of hardships, sacrifices but extremely heroic and glorious. The capital Hanoi shone brightly with the light of Peace - Independence - Freedom in the days of October 1954.

The online 3D exhibition “Hey Capital People!” allows viewers to experience Hanoi during the resistance war against the French anytime, anywhere. Documents and images are presented in 3D space from Hanoi Citadel to Dong Xuan Market, passing through the Old Quarter and Opera House Square towards Bac Bo Palace.

The exhibition opened on September 20 and consists of 3 parts. Part 1 “Hanoi on fire, smoke and fire fill the sky” introduces documents and images about the early stages of the French colonial invasion in Hanoi. Part 2 “Hanoi stands up” introduces documents and images about the revolutionary struggles in Hanoi from 1930 to 1954. Part 3 “Hanoi on the day of victory” introduces documents and images of the liberation day, forever echoing the triumphal song.

According to the Organizing Committee, the exhibition is expected to bring interesting experiences to the public using digital technology , providing useful information about the history of Hanoi Capital, contributing to nurturing the patriotism and pride of Hanoi people along with the development of cultural industry in the capital.

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Source: https://www.congluan.vn/nhieu-tu-lieu-quy-duoc-cong-bo-tai-trien-lam-truc-tuyen-hoi-dong-bao-thu-do-post312921.html