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.

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)

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