Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Truong Thang, Deputy Minister of National Defense, joined the delegation.
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The Russian delegation lays flowers at the monument honoring Soviet military advisors at the Vietnam Military History Museum. |
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The Aide to the President and Chairman of the Maritime Board of the Russian Federation paying tribute to the fallen |
The monument in tribute to Soviet advisors is part of the symbolic complex of solidarity, friendship, and international gratitude in the museum’s outdoor exhibition area. The complex features five clusters of statues dedicated to advisors from the Soviet Union, Cuba, China, Laos, and Cambodia, the nations that supported Vietnam during its struggles for independence and reunification.
The Ministry of National Defense’s decision to construct the monument is a lasting testament to the enduring bonds and close military ties between Vietnam and Russia. It shows that the Vietnamese people and the Vietnam People’s Army always remember and appreciate the Soviet Union’s loyal, impartial, and effective assistance during their struggles for independence, reunification and in Fatherland construction and defense cause.
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The monument in tribute to Soviet military advisors and international fighters stands as a vivid symbol of faithful international solidarity. |
Standing 4.2 meters tall, the monument depicts two Soviet military advisors instructing a Vietnamese pilot in missile and aircraft tactics. Behind them, sculpted imagery shows the flight paths of missiles and planes, supplied by the Soviet Union that helped secure Vietnam’s victories during wartime. The work reflects profound historical, cultural, and political significance, symbolizing the international solidarity and the sacrifices and contribution of foreign friends to Vietnam’s liberation and defense cause.
During their tour, Patrushev and the Russian delegation learned about Vietnam’s resistance wars, its national building efforts, and the international support received throughout history. They expressed strong impressions of the space, showcasing the Soviet-supplied weaponry, particularly the tank T-54B, numbered 843. This vehicle, together with tank 390, crashed through the gates of the Independence Palace on April 30, 1975, marking the end of the war.
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The delegation views aircraft MiG-21, which contributed to the “Hanoi - Dien Bien Phu in the Air” victory in December 1972. |
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The delegation visits tank T-54B, supplied by the Soviet Union and recognized as a national treasure in 2012. |
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Delegates pose for a photo. |
The Vietnam Military History Museum is more than a repository of artifacts; it serves as an educational “red address” for younger generations to better understand the strength of international solidarity and the spirit of shared struggle for independence, freedom, peace, and friendship. The museum also conveys a clear message that Vietnam deeply values the support of its international friends in the past, present, and future, and remains committed to nurturing its ties with nations and international friends for a peaceful and sustainable world.
Translated by Tran Hoai