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'Guiding Star' Broadcast Honors Soldiers' Sacrifice on Martyrs' Day
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'Guiding Star' Broadcast Honors Soldiers' Sacrifice on Martyrs' Day

From Thanh Niên · () Vietnamese

Translated from Vietnamese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A televised event commemorating Vietnamese Martyrs' Day honored soldiers who died for national independence.
  • The program, held at four historical sites, highlighted efforts to find and identify the remains of fallen soldiers.
  • Over 117 sets of remains and 66 artifacts were collected during a 500-day campaign, reflecting dedication to fallen heroes.

A televised event titled 'Guiding Star' on July 26 honored Vietnamese soldiers who sacrificed their lives for national independence. The program, held at four historical sites, emotionally recounted the journey of searching for, collecting, and identifying the remains of martyrs.

Marking the 79th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs' Day, the "Guiding Star" broadcast connected Hanoi, Tuyen Quang, Quang Tri, and Ho Chi Minh City. High-ranking officials, including National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and Politburo members, attended the event in Ho Chi Minh City. Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra also participated.

A key focus was the "500-day and night campaign" to locate martyrs' remains. By July 26, authorities had collected 117 sets of remains, five collective remains, and 66 artifacts at the Le Thi Rieng Park in Ho Chi Minh City, showcasing ongoing efforts in "gratitude and service" work.

The broadcast, divided into three parts, featured artistic performances and moving reports on the search for remains. Artifacts like helmets and backpacks were displayed, symbolizing the soldiers who never returned. The event aimed to remind younger generations of the "drink water, remember the source" tradition and the value of independence and freedom.

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Originally published by Thanh Niên in Vietnamese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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