During the resistance war against the US, a strategic route played a significant role in the Great 1975 Spring Victory, which liberated the South and reunified the country. That legendary route was Truong Son Trail – also known as Ho Chi Minh Trail, a symbol of Vietnam’s unwavering determination, extraordinary courage, and remarkable ingenuity.
Party General Secretary To Lam and a delegation of central officials offered flowers and incense at the national special historical relic site of Dong Loc T-junction, the central province of Ha Tinh, on December 29 in memory of heroic martyrs who sacrificed their lives for national liberation.
Nguyen Trong Nghia, member of the Politburo, Secretary of the Party Central Committee, and head of the committee’s Commission for Information and Education, on November 28 attended a ceremony in the south-central province of Phu Yen to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the first "no-number-plate ship" arriving at Vung Ro port in the locality (November 28, 1964 - 2024).
Quang Bình province in central Vietnam boasts natural wonders such as Son Doong Cave, and also holds hidden stories of the legendary Truong Son Mountain Range, the birthplace of the Ho Chi Minh Trail. Road N20 Quyet Thang, a crucial link between East and West Truong Son, now offers a new option for tourists.
In May 1959, the General Military Commission and the Ministry of Defence decided to establish a special military task force, later known as Group 559. This group was tasked with opening a supply route to transport goods and organise the movement of soldiers and officials from North to South Vietnam and vice-versa. The route was inaugurated on the birthday of President Ho Chi Minh, and thus was called the Ho Chi Minh Trail.
Nam Giang district and the Quang Nam Museum, in coordination with the Nam Giang District People’s Committee, opened the “Legend of Truong Son” exhibition on May 16.
An exhibition featuring the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail, or Truong Son Trail, has opened at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in Hanoi. On display are 100 documents and photos highlighting the establishment of the historical path along with the strong vitality of people throughout wartime.
An exhibition on the historical Ho Chi Minh Trail opened at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in Hanoi on April 26, as part of activities to mark National Reunification Day (April 30, 1975-2024)) and the 65th anniversary of the legendary route (May 19, 1959-2024).
German media on March 16 reported that Vietnam has removed quarantine requirements for foreign arrivals in an effort to facilitate the country’s tourism, which bore the brunt of COVID-19.
A memorial and reburial service was held at a martyrs’ cemetery in Phuoc Son district, central Quang Nam province, on June 5 for the remains of 17 soldiers discovered recently.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has offered incense to commemorate fallen soldiers at Truong Son National Martyrs’ Cemetery and Road 9 National Martyrs’ Cemetery in the central province of Quang Tri.
In 1959, the southern revolution faced a turning point, requiring the party to make timely decision. The Party and Uncle Ho decided to establish and organize a military transport route.
The Political Department of Military Zone 5 opened an exhibition on the Ho Chi Minh Trail at the zone’s museum on May 16, on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail, also known as Truong Son Trail.
The starting point of the Ho Chi Minh Trail – Km Zero – in the central province of Nghe An’s Tan Ky district has been recognised as a special national relic.
The ending point of the Truong Son Trail – the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail - at Km No. 1200 in Chon Thanh town in Chon Thanh district of the southern province of Binh Phuoc has been recognised as a special national relic in the Ho Chi Minh Trail historical relic system.
A solemn celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Ho Chi Minh Trail and the Traditional Day of Truong Son Army Corps took place in Nghe An province on May 9.
The construction of the Ho Chi Minh Trail over the Truong Son Mountain Range and its important role in the resistance war are being reflected at an exhibition which opened in Hanoi on April 3.
