Train yourself to serve the great ceremony

Towards the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day September 2, when the whole nation turned their eyes to Ba Dinh Square, two Southern voices - one deep and one gentle - created a special highlight. It was not just the sound, but the breath from the South mixed with the sacred atmosphere of the capital, the flesh and blood sentiment of the whole country converging on the national festival.

Honor and responsibility

On autumn days in Hanoi , the golden sunlight spreads across Ba Dinh Square. In the sacred space where President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence, giving birth to the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, thousands of marching footsteps resound and march in unison across the stage. And on the majestic music, the commentary sounds, heroic and intimate. That is the voice of Lieutenant Colonel Phan Hoang Minh, Deputy Political Commissar of the Command of Defense Zone 3 - Tan An Hoi.

Born in the land of Cu Chi, “the land of steel and the wall of copper”, Lieutenant Colonel Phan Hoang Minh grew up with stories of the heroic resistance war, where every inch of land was soaked with the blood of his ancestors. Therefore, when he received the news that he was selected to join the commentary team in the parade celebrating the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day September 2, his heart was filled with honor and pride.

“This is not only a mission but also a sacred memory. Each narration will not only introduce but also convey the spirit, momentum and belief of millions of Vietnamese people to the whole country and the world ,” Lieutenant Colonel Phan Hoang Minh shared.

However, along with pride comes great pressure. Every word, rhythm, and tone must be precise, solemn, and match every step of the formation. Lieutenant Colonel Phan Hoang Minh spent months practicing, editing every word, practicing his voice, and regulating his breathing. He also proactively learned from the experiences of his predecessors, including professional military Major Tran Thi Kim Thu, who has given many presentations at grand ceremonies.

“Ms. Thu’s voice is like a stream, sweet and smooth, making me realize that voiceover is not only about correct pronunciation, but also the art of conveying emotions. Thanks to her, I love my voice more, cherish every moment in front of the microphone and try every day to fulfill my dream of speaking at Ba Dinh Square,” he said.

Lieutenant Colonel Phan Hoang Minh also shared that during the training process, there were times when he read at “full capacity” because he thought the stronger the better, but was criticized for his flat pitch and lack of depth. At first, he was sad and worried, but that motivated him to try harder. Every day, he persistently practiced his voice, adjusted his rhythm, and remained receptive and modest so that his reading voice was both accurate and expressive.

Lieutenant Colonel Phan Hoang Minh and Senior Lieutenant Le Thi Ngoc Han

“When I was in the position of the narrator and saw the whole scene of each block passing through the stage, the first thing I thought of was national pride, the invincible strength of the great unity of the people. The ranks and straight steps, the solemn and majestic formation were the result of countless days of training, sweating on the training ground, despite the harsh heat. I clearly felt the determination, strong will and dedication of my comrades and teammates, and told myself that I had to try my best to be worthy of the values, efforts and trust that everyone had placed in me,” he shared.

Voice from the heart

Having taken on the role of narrator at the 70th anniversary of Dien Bien Phu victory and many other major programs and holidays, Senior Lieutenant Le Thi Ngoc Han, an officer of the Political Department, Ho Chi Minh City Command, still couldn't help but tremble with emotion when holding the microphone at Ba Dinh Square.

“Both events were grand ceremonies of profound historical significance, leaving a special mark in my heart. This time, the grand ceremony was held on a larger scale, with elaborate preparations and a much broader scope. Therefore, I spent a lot of time practicing and preparing carefully to best demonstrate the spirit of the ceremony, contributing a small part to the overall success of a great national event,” Senior Lieutenant Le Thi Ngoc Han shared.

She said that in the narration script, every word was carefully considered and refined to encapsulate the heroic spirit of the parade formation, honoring the heroic tradition of each force. Every block she passed by made her emotional, but perhaps the moment that made her most moved was when she raised her voice to introduce the Southern Female Guerrilla Block, the brave "Miss Ba" and the female commando unit of Military Region 7, because there were familiar images of Southern women, where she was born, and heard her grandparents and parents talk about the figures of many generations of loyal Southern women, who shouldered both the rear and the front lines, writing an indomitable history.

Behind the microphone, Ngoc Han is also the mother of three young children, including twins. From Ho Chi Minh City to the National Military Training Center 4 Mieu Mon to focus on her mission, she had to be away from her children for months. "There were times when I was stressed, pressured, and missed my children to the point of tears, but just thinking about my family and my responsibility as a soldier gave me more strength. And most of all, I want my children to know that their mother played a small part in the country's historic day."

Carrying out missions in remote areas, apart from their families, Senior Lieutenant Le Thi Ngoc Han and her teammates always receive the attention and close guidance of their superiors at all levels. Lieutenant Colonel Phan Hoang Minh and Senior Lieutenant Le Thi Ngoc Han always keep in mind the advice of Colonel Nguyen Thanh Trung, Political Commissar of the Ho Chi Minh City Command: "We must always try our best and be determined to complete this important mission well."

Sunny season at Mieu Mon

On June 4, Le Thao Ngan (born in 2001), a girl in the Southern Female Guerrilla Group, officially boarded a train to Hanoi to train for mission A80. She shared with us that she wishes to set foot in Hanoi once, and longs to walk in the historic Ba Dinh Square...

For months on end, the sun was blazing hot, the soldiers' shirts were always soaked with sweat on the training ground, and there were occasional sudden downpours. Every day, the soldiers woke up at 4:30 am to be at the training ground by 5:30 am. "Seeing our comrades trying hard every day, we couldn't be discouraged or give up," Thao Ngan said.

Recalling the days of training, general training, when parading through Ba Dinh Square, through the streets, seeing thousands of people welcoming... Ngan said, that was the moment she felt most clearly the warm affection that the people had for the A80 marching bloc, including those from the South. "The people are giving us more strength every day. The whole bloc will try our best to complete the task excellently, not letting down the trust of the people", Ngan shared.

Sunset spread over the Mieu Mon training ground. In the red light of the afternoon, the image of female soldiers not only represents the Southern girls participating in the important ceremony, but also depicts the image of the Southern mothers and sisters who sacrificed for the independence and freedom of the Fatherland.

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Recently, a delegation of Ho Chi Minh City leaders led by Vice Chairwoman of Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee Tran Thi Dieu Thuy visited and encouraged officers and soldiers of Military Region 7 who were participating in parade training to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day September 2.

Here, comrade Tran Thi Dieu Thuy expressed her appreciation for the sense of responsibility and determination of the cadres and soldiers of the male and female blocks, along with the team of managers and teachers. At the same time, she emphasized that the celebration is a major political event of the nation, an opportunity to honor the heroic tradition, promote the image of Vietnam to the world, and affirm the strength of the great national unity bloc. Participating in the parade at Ba Dinh Square is not only a great honor but also a noble responsibility of each cadre and soldier, representing Ho Chi Minh City and the beloved South.

The Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee requested the forces to continue to concentrate, train their physical strength, techniques, and demeanor; overcome all difficulties in weather and training intensity; maintain discipline, uphold the qualities of "Uncle Ho's soldiers", so that every step on Ba Dinh Square exudes the spirit and pride of the Southern armed forces.

THU HOAI

Source: https://www.sggp.org.vn/ren-minh-phuc-vu-cong-tac-dai-le-post810902.html