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Photos of Evita lure Hanoi visitors

A number of photos and books about Eva Peron, Ambassador of Peace, are on display in Hanoi from December 17-21, offering the public a glimpse of a legendary figure in Argentine politics on the occasion of the 40 th anniversary of Vietnam–Argentina diplomatic ties.
A number of photos and books about Eva Peron, Ambassador of Peace,are on display in Hanoi from December 17-21, offering the public aglimpse of a legendary figure in Argentine politics on the occasion ofthe 40 th anniversary of Vietnam–Argentina diplomatic ties.

Usually referred to as Evita, Maria Eva Duarte de Peron (1919-1952) wasthe second wife of Argentine President Juan Peron and served as theFirst Lady of Argentina from 1946 until her death.

She was adored by Argentine people for her fight for women’s suffrage and improving the lives of the poor.

Eva Peron has also become a part of international popular culture,most famously as the subject of the musical Evita (1976).

On the occasion, her autobiography “The Reason for My Life” was also introduced to visitors.

As part of the anniversary celebrations, Argentine film week andtango dance performances will also be held in Hanoi and Ho Chi MinhCity.-VNA
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