Setting a record: 1,360 elderly people sang the national anthem to celebrate the August Revolution and National Day September 2nd

With a large scale and investment, the event brought a unique cultural and artistic space with a series of booth experience activities - consulting, raising awareness about proactive health care for the elderly; AI photo exhibition "Intersection of History and Numbers" - recreating historical memories, symbolic images of the country and people of Vietnam through modern technology; art programs spreading love for the homeland and country through elaborately staged performances.

In particular, the event attracted the participation of 1,360 elderly people who solemnly saluted the flag and sang the National Anthem in unison. Despite the heavy rain, it could not drown out the singing of the Vietnamese people with the resilient and indomitable spirit of the soldiers of the past.

The event officially set a record for “The National Anthem singing event with the largest number of elderly people participating in Vietnam”, creating a sacred image, deeply expressing the patriotism and national pride of historical witnesses - those who went through the fierce, thorny but heroic and glorious years of war.

"Heads that do not bow with age"

Attending the event, veterans and former youth volunteers expressed their emotions at once again having the opportunity to mark another proud milestone in their lives. Ms. Nguyen Thanh An, a 76-year-old veteran, shared that she and many of her comrades had gone through war and dreamed of a day when the country would be at peace . Today, standing with her friends who fought and died together, singing the National Anthem on this important day, she felt like she was reliving the most glorious years of the nation.

"The heart still beats like when we were in the army - partly because of memories, partly because we still feel we are being dedicated and respected. These heads will not bow down because of age but will be raised high because of national pride."

Not only is it a patriotic chorus, the event also has symbolic value, an emotional declaration of the modern generation of seniors. Through many stages of life, they still persistently contribute with their intelligence, experience and heart, always ready to participate in community activities, contributing to the development of society.

They do not stand on the sidelines of life but proactively integrate into the flow of the times, being an indispensable part on the journey to building a prosperous and thriving country.

Mission to honor and promote the role of the elderly in the new era

Speaking at the ceremony to receive the record from the Vietnam Record Organization, Mr. Nguyen Thanh Viet, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Intracom Group, Chairman of the Board of Members of Phuong Dong Medical Complex Company Limited, said that the event is a vivid demonstration of the power of consensus and the efforts of the whole society in caring for and honoring the value of positive and proactive living in "late afternoon" age. The elderly are increasingly receiving attention, and have a role and voice in modern society.

The record is an affirmation of Asahi Oriental’s commitment to being a Resort – Nursing complex in the journey of spreading positive life values, towards the previous generation. Each elderly person is a living legacy, carrying the memories, courage and values of an era. They deserve to be empowered to be proactive, connected and continue to contribute, becoming a solid spiritual support for future generations.

Taking place amid the country bustling with joy and the spirit of celebrating the country's great holiday, the event is a bridge between traditional and modern values, history and future. When people know how to cherish the past and honor the present, the journey towards the future will always be steady and brilliant.

HM

Source: https://baochinhphu.vn/xac-lap-ky-luc-1360-nguoi-cao-tuoi-cung-hat-quoc-ca-mung-cach-mang-thang-8-va-quoc-khanh-2-9-102250819190914349.htm