Humane value of “Quang Trung Campaign”

Major General Le Van Cuong, Deputy Commander and Head of the “Quang Trung Campaign” Steering Committee of Army Corps 34, noted that Army Corps 34 is stationed in areas heavily impacted by climate change and extreme weather, which severely affects local socio-economic conditions and daily life. Consequently, the unit’ Party Committee and Command consistently emphasize the military’s functions as a force for combat, for work, and for production, serving as a core pillar in disaster response and search and rescue (SAR). Every year, subordinate units within the Army Corps organize training and rehearsals for disaster response scenarios, ensuring personnel and equipment are ready for immediate deployment.

Soldiers of Army Corps 34 rebuild houses for residents in Gia Lai province during “Quang Trung Campaign.”

Before “Quang Trung Campaign,” Army Corps 34 had already mobilized over 7,000 arrivals of troops and vehicles to assist isolated villages in Ngoc Linh commune (Quang Ngai province) and five communes in Gia Lai province. During complex flooding in Gia Lai and Dak Lak, the Army Corps deployed over 3,000 arrivals of personnel and 208 vehicles to evacuate thousands of people, repair infrastructure, and transport essential supplies to tens of thousands of isolated locals, leaving a positive impression on the public.

Regarding “Quang Trung Campaign” initiated by the Government, Major General Le Van Cuong stated that Army Corps 34 views disaster response and SAR as peacetime combat missions and helping the people as an “order from the heart.” Following the launch, the Army Corps established a steering committee, formed 77 construction teams (10-12 members each), and mobilized 37 vehicles carrying construction materials to Gia Lai and Dak Lak.

With the spirit of “boldness, decisiveness, and speed,” units under the Army Corps arrived at sites within a day to begin surveying, clearing ground, and transporting materials. The unit’s Command launched a peak emulation drive titled “Rapid maneuver - Rapid construction - Rapid finish,” employing creative measures, such as exemplary leadership by cadres and Party members, and non-stop work shifts. Troops were encouraged to work through harsh weather, day and night, and during weekends and holidays to rebuild homes quickly, effectively, safely, and economically for the needy.

Over more than a month of the campaign, Army Corps 34 contributed over 30,000 working days (equivalent to over VND 12.38 billion) and deployed over 927 vehicle trips to build 80 houses in Gia Lai and Dak Lak. Notably, the first house was handed over after just 15 days to To Thi Sua, a policy beneficiary in Gia Lai. On December 28, 2025, the Army Corps’ Division 10 handed over the first five houses in Dak Lak.

Maj. Gen. Le Van Cuong and Gia Lai provincial leaders present certificates of merit to officers and soldiers for outstanding performance in “Quang Trung Campaign.”

Beyond building 80 new houses, Army Corps 34’s troops contributed thousands of working days to repair irrigation systems, rural roads, schools, and other infrastructure. They also mobilized resources to support disadvantaged families with money in cash and essential household items.

For its outstanding achievements, Army Corps 34 has been recommended for the Third-class Fatherland Protection Order, and many collectives and individuals have received commendations from the Government, Ministry of National Defense, and local authorities.

Assessing the long-term value of the campaign, Major General Le Van Cuong emphasized that “Quang Trung Campaign” held immense significance. It not only provided housing and stability for disaster-hit residents but also affirmed the military’s core role and tradition in disaster response. It demonstrated the close bond and selfless sacrifice of Army Corps 34’s troops for local people.

Maj. Gen. Le Van Cuong presents certificates of merit to troops for outstanding performance in “Quang Trung Campaign.”

Major General Le Van Cuong affirmed that the campaign proved that in the most dangerous and difficult times, the noble virtue of Uncle Ho’s soldiers shines brightest. Storms and floods can take away many things, but they cannot blur human compassion and military-civilian solidarity. He stressed that the humanitarian value of “Quang Trung Campaign” will resonate forever, affirming that Army Corps 34 would continue to apply these lessons in training, combat readiness, and mass mobilization to build a solid “people’s heart” posture.

Translated by Minh Anh