The March 14, 1988 event, which was associated with Gac Ma, Co Lin, and Len Dao Reefs, has become an immortal part of Vietnam’s struggle for independence and freedom. (Photo: VNA)
Following the example of previous generations, Truong Sa soldiers defend maritime sovereignty and offer trusted support to people at sea. (Photo: VNA)
Following the example of previous generations, Truong Sa soldiers defend maritime sovereignty and offer trusted support to people at sea. (Photo: VNA)
Following the example of previous generations, Truong Sa soldiers defend maritime sovereignty and offer trusted support to people at sea. (Photo: VNA)
On a voyage to Truong Sa archipelago, Brigade 146 of Navy Region 4 offer incense and flowers in tribute to the fallen soldiers. (Photo: VNA)
War veterans in Da Nang city, who were previously stationed at Truong Sa, hold a minute of silence to commemorate the fallen soldiers. (Photo: VNA)
Gac Ma immortal circle lives on
Thirty five years ago, 64 naval engineers and soldiers bravely sacrificed their lives in a battle to protect the Gac Ma, Co Lin, and Len Dao Reefs in Vietnam’s Truong Sa archipelago. The soldiers and their sacrifice have remained in the hearts of Vietnamese people.
