Binh Xuan Ward Commemorates the 58th Anniversary of the Ao Vong Victory
(DTO) On the morning of May 10, the Binh Xuan Ward People’s Committee, in coordination with the Management Board of the Ao Vong Victory Memorial, held a ceremony commemorating the 58th anniversary of the soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the Battle of Ao Vong on the 24th day of the 3rd lunar month in 1968.
The event was attended by representatives of Binh Xuan Ward authorities, local departments and organizations, the Ao Vong Victory Memorial Management Board, representatives of communal temples and shrines, benefactors, and a large number of residents from both within and outside the ward.
The commemoration reflected the tradition of honoring our roots and paid deep tribute to those who gave their lives for the nation’s independence and freedom.
In a solemn atmosphere, many local officials, Party members, Youth Union members, association members, and residents gathered to offer incense in memory of the heroic martyrs.
At the ceremony, Ho Thi Gon, Vice Chairwoman of Binh Xuan Ward People’s Committee, recounted the heroic combat legacy of Battalion 514B in the 1968 Battle of Ao Vong. Despite the enemy’s overwhelming numbers and firepower, local forces fought bravely, defeating a large-scale sweep by U.S.-backed government in South Vietnam, inflicting heavy losses and firmly holding their ground.
She emphasized that the Ao Vong Victory exemplifies the heroic spirit of the liberation forces and the Battalion 514B. The triumph stands as a vivid testament to the revolutionary tradition of “staying loyal to the Party, remaining devoted to the people, accomplishing any mission, overcoming any hardship, defeating any enemy,” contributing to the overall success of the resistance war against the U.S.
In recent years, the Ao Vong Victory Memorial has become an important site for educating younger generations about patriotism.
On this occasion, Binh Xuan Ward leaders called on officials, Party members, and residents to continue upholding revolutionary traditions, strengthen unity, and work together to build a more prosperous land. They also urged the community to preserve and care for the memorial site and maintain the annual commemorative activities, helping to spread the spirit of remembering our roots.
A representative of residents from Quarter 1 also expressed their respect for the heroic martyrs, affirming their commitment to carrying forward the revolutionary tradition and contributing to the continued development of the land.
The ceremony concluded in a solemn and heartfelt atmosphere, reflecting the close bond between the military and the people, contributing to the preservation and promotion of the locality’s historical and revolutionary values.
By H. THONG
Translated by ANH DUC
