National Resistance Day: A pivotal moment in history

The appeal, issued by President Ho Chi Minh on behalf of the Party Central Committee and the Government, stirs up patriotism and indomitable spirit of the nation, becoming a powerful symbol of national unity. (Photo: VNA archives)

In response to the President’s call and following the instructions of the Party Central Committee, Vietnamese armed forces and people in cities and towns to the north of Parallel 16 occupied by French troops simultaneously launch attacks against the enemy. Along with Hanoi, the armed forces and people in the North, Central, and South courageously rise up to resist French colonial invaders. (Photo: VNA)

Tran Thanh, a member of the Hoang Dieu National Salvation Youth Brigade, carries a three-pronged bomb, preparing to destroy enemy tanks on the streets of Hanoi on December 23, 1946. (Photo: VNA)

The plan on launching simultaneous attacks on the night of December 19, 1946, in Hanoi and other cities reflects the policy of strategic offense. The Vietnamese troops take the initiative, striking first and forcing the enemy into a defensive position, effectively disrupting the French’s plan to deploy all their forces to swiftly crush the Vietnamese military and people. (Photo: VNA)

Building barricades to block enemy vehicles in the outskirts of Hanoi (1946). (Photo: VNA)

State-owned stores are opened to meet the needs of the people immediately after the Vietnamese revolutionary army take over the control of the capital (1946). (Photo: VNA)

The heroic resistance of the armed forces and people of Hanoi over 60 days and nights reflects the nation’s bravery and unwavering spirit to sacrifice for national independence and freedom. (Photo: VNA)

Armed forces and people in Hanoi get ready to fight against French colonial invaders. (Photo: VNA)

Immediately after the revolutionary army take control of the capital, life in Hanoi return to normal. In the photo: Dong Xuan market bustling with buyers and sellers. (Photo: VNA)