Martyr's Grave Excavation in Da Nang Uncovers Clues Suggesting Sharpshooter Identity

During the excavation of an unidentified martyr's grave in Thu Bon commune, Da Nang, authorities discovered various artifacts and documents, including information that suggests the fallen soldier might have been a sharpshooter.

Nguyen The Duc, Chairman of the People's Committee of Thu Bon commune, stated on August 19 that the discovered items could aid in identifying the martyr. The Thu Bon Military Command, in coordination with other functional forces, is conducting the excavation at the Thu Bon Martyrs' Cemetery to collect biological samples for DNA testing.

Notably, at grave number 12, row 1, lot 5, with identification code 48-119-00134, personnel found personal belongings buried with the remains. These included a pen, money, beads, and several pieces of paper. Although time has faded much of the writing, some content remains legible.

Some documents bear the name "Thanh" or "Thành." Other writings include calculations like "1/2:1000." Initial assessments suggest these might be related to artillery range calculations, but the damaged condition of the papers prevents a definitive conclusion.

Based on the discovered documents and artifacts, the Thu Bon Military Command believes the martyr was likely a sharpshooter. The items are currently undergoing further examination by relevant authorities to clarify the soldier's identity. The commune has also issued a public announcement, requesting anyone who recognizes the items or has information about the grave to contact them.