Art programme spotlights significance of Ho Chi Minh Trail at Sea

An art performance programme to mark the 60th anniversary of Ho Chi Minh Trail at Sea (October 23, 1961-2021) took place in Hanoi on October 20.
Art programme spotlights significance of Ho Chi Minh Trail at Sea ảnh 1Art programme spotlights significance of Ho Chi Minh Trail at Sea (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – An art performance programme to mark the 60th anniversary of Ho Chi Minh Trail at Sea (October 23, 1961-2021) took place in Hanoi on October 20. 

Through touching stories, new perspectives, the programme titled "Legend and future" reminded the young generation of legendary feats of brave people with extraordinary will and energy, who sacrificed to protect the trail – the dock of “no-number” vessels, to contribute to the southern liberation and national reunification. 

The programme highlighted the spirit of national solidarity, the close relationship between rear and frontline forces. 

During the programme, witnesses and experts emphasised the significance of the formation of the trail. 

Art programme spotlights significance of Ho Chi Minh Trail at Sea ảnh 2Witnesses and experts emphasise the significance of the formation of the trail. (Photo: VNA)

Although there were sacrifices and losses, the courage of sailors on “no-number” vessels importantly contributed to successes of the sea route.  During 14 years, as many as 1,789 vessels transported more than 150,000 tonnes of goods and 80,000 officers and soldiers on this route. 

The programme also spotlighted Vietnam’s efforts to promote sea-based economic development in recent times towards becoming a strong, sustainable, and prosperous marine nation. 

The Ho Chi Minh Trail at Sea was set up on October 23, 1961 to help with the transportation of weapons from the North to aid the southern liberation army.
During the resistance war against the US imperialists, the route was considered a “true legend” and a miracle of the Vietnamese nation, contributing to the 1975 spring victory./.
VNA

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