Top leaders of Vietnam gathered in Hanoi on Sunday morning to honor the nation’s fallen heroes and pay tribute to President Ho Chi Minh. The ceremonies marked the 79th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs Day, observed each year on July 27.
Senior leaders first visited the Monument to Heroic Martyrs on Bac Son Street. They offered incense and laid wreaths to remember those who gave their lives for the country. After that, they paid tribute at the mausoleum of President Ho Chi Minh.
The delegation included Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man, and Permanent Member of the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat Tran Cam Tu.
Former national leaders also joined the ceremony. They stood together with current officials to remember the men and women who sacrificed during the country’s long struggle for independence and peace.
A wreath placed at the monument carried the message, Forever grateful to heroic martyrs. The words reflected the country’s lasting respect for those who lost their lives while serving the nation.
Another delegation from the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front also took part in the ceremony. The group was led by its president, Bui Thi Minh Hoai. Members offered incense and bowed in memory of the heroic martyrs.
During the ceremony, the delegates observed a moment of respect for the people who made the ultimate sacrifice for Vietnam. The event recognized generations of men and women who served with courage and dedication.
For many years, Vietnam has marked War Invalids and Martyrs Day as an important national occasion. The day honors fallen soldiers, wounded veterans, heroic mothers, and families who lost loved ones during the country’s struggles for independence and national defense.
Officials said the nation continues to value the contributions made by these individuals. They stressed that remembering their service helps preserve the country’s traditions and strengthens national unity.
Over the past 79 years, the Party, the State, and the Vietnamese people have continued programs that support veterans, families of martyrs, and others who contributed to the country’s revolutionary history. These efforts aim to improve both living conditions and social support for policy beneficiaries.
Leaders said caring for these families remains an important responsibility. They added that the work reflects the country’s appreciation for those who made great sacrifices.
Vietnam is also continuing a nationwide effort to search for and identify the remains of fallen soldiers whose identities are still unknown. The campaign brings together government agencies, the Vietnam People’s Army, scientists, and many other organizations.
A major part of this effort is the ongoing 500-day campaign to strengthen the search, recovery, and identification of missing service members. Officials described the campaign as a special peacetime mission that carries deep national meaning.
The program focuses on locating remains, improving identification efforts, and returning fallen soldiers to their families whenever possible. It also supports historical research and cooperation among different agencies involved in the mission.
Leaders said the campaign represents gratitude from today’s generation to those who served the nation. It also honors Vietnamese Heroic Mothers, wounded and sick veterans, relatives of martyrs, former service members, and the many officers and specialists working on recovery efforts.
Following the ceremony at the martyrs’ monument, Party and State leaders visited the mausoleum of President Ho Chi Minh.
There, they laid wreaths carrying the message, Forever grateful to great President Ho Chi Minh. The delegation offered incense and paid their respects to the late leader.
Officials expressed deep gratitude for President Ho Chi Minh’s lifelong dedication to the Vietnamese people. They recognized his role in leading the country through important moments in its history and helping shape the nation’s path.
Earlier in the morning, additional delegations from the Central Military Commission, the Ministry of National Defence, the Ministry of Public Security, and Hanoi authorities also held tribute ceremonies. They laid wreaths at both the Monument to Heroic Martyrs and the mausoleum of President Ho Chi Minh.
The annual observance remains one of Vietnam’s most important national commemorations. It honors the memory of those who served the country, recognizes their lasting contributions, and reflects the nation’s continued commitment to preserving their legacy for future generations.
