The photo series "Grateful for Peace" was captured by a group of authors including Hai Duong, Bi Nguyen, Gia Hoang, capturing many emotional moments of soldiers, veterans, people... in the central area of Ho Chi Minh City associated with the parade and marching activities during the historic April days, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the country's reunification (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025).
"Gratitude for Peace" is divided into three main themes.
INDEPENDENCE
"Independence is when memories of bombs and bullets turn into peaceful eyes", the next generation is always grateful to their ancestors who sacrificed their blood and bones to gain independence for the country.
The veteran's thin shoulders and silver hair look at the artillery array placed at Bach Dang wharf park, District 1.
Veteran Huynh Thanh Hai visits and encourages Senior Lieutenant Bui Trung Kien, who is on duty at Bach Dang Wharf Park, District 1.
Happy smiles of veterans on the 50th anniversary of national reunification
A veteran is escorted by his relatives to visit historical sites in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
FREE
Freedom is maintained with steel hands and unyielding hearts. We are grateful to the military and police forces who have persevered and remained steadfast in maintaining peace for the people.
Soldiers perform cannon firing duties at Bach Dang Wharf Park, District 1
Su-30MK2 fighter jets perform acrobatics and drop heat traps on April 27th, rehearsing the parade marking the 50th anniversary of the country's reunification.
Helicopter squadron flying national flags and Party flags flies over central Ho Chi Minh City
Helicopter squadron with national flag and Party flag flew over Me Linh construction site, District 1, entering Independence Palace to participate in the April 30 parade.
HAPPY
Happiness is when the country is at peace, the smiles of children and the eyes of soldiers shine, a testament to the sacrifices of previous generations. When the country is at peace, everyone is certainly happy.
A military officer smiles as he takes a photo with a "child soldier"
Major Ngo Duc Yen took a souvenir photo with the children.
The veteran brought his musical instrument, braved the rain and joined his family in the joy of the country.
A veteran is assisted by a local resident while visiting the artillery array of the April 30 parade in Bach Dang wharf park area.
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/dieu-binh-304-50-nam-biet-on-hoa-binh-qua-ong-kinh-doc-gia-bao-thanh-nien-185250429115702848.htm
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