Military parade to celebrate Vietnam's national reunification
A solemn State-level military and civilian parade was held on April 30 in Ho Chi Minh City to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification.
THE HANOI TIMES — The parade featured 23 military and militia formations, 13 police units, 12 civilian marching groups, four honor guard formations, and three international military squads.
A 21-gun salute fired from Bach Dang Wharf to the sound of the national anthem to officially open the ceremony. Photo: Thanh Long/The Hanoi Times
The honor guard formation leads the parade past the grandstand. Photo: VNA
This represents the will and aspirations of the Vietnamese people and the unity of all 54 peoples of Vietnam. Photo: VNA
A formation representing the five military columns that made the five historic offensives that led to victory on April 30, 1975. Photo: VNA
The Liberation Army soldiers, dressed in the iconic olive green uniforms and wearing the signature soft-brimmed hats, vividly recreate the resilient image of the southern forces during the war of resistance. Photo: Tieu Thuy/The Hanoi Times
All marching formations pass the main grandstand on Le Duan Street, which is named after the late General Secretary Le Duan. Photo: VNA
The Navy officer formation proudly showcases the nation’s maritime defense force. Photo: Tieu Thuy/The Hanoi Times
The Coast Guard officer formation represents the law enforcement force responsible for ensuring national security and safeguarding the sacred maritime sovereignty of the Fatherland. Photo: Kim Sang/The Hanoi Times
The mounted police unit follows in ceremonial elegance. Photo: VNA
The Air Defense – Air Force officer formation represents the troops protecting national airspace. Founded on October 22, 1963, the air force branch is now one of the three main service branches of the Vietnam People's Army. Photo: VNA
The commando formation represents an elite force that specializes in sneak attacks, ambushes, and special combat operations. Photo: Tin Tuc Newspaper
The armored unit formation symbolizes the troops operating tanks and armored vehicles, executing breakthrough missions and seizing strategic ground targets. Photo: Tin Tuc Newspaper
The electronic warfare formation represents the specialized force of modern warfare, tasked with securing and controlling information systems, jamming enemy communications, and protecting our communications network. Photo: Tin Tuc Newspaper
A formation of female signal officers follows with precision and poise. Photo: Tin Tuc Newspaper
The paratrooper commando unit represents the airborne elite forces trained for aerial insertion, deep penetration, and special combat missions. Photo: Tin Tuc Newspaper
Female guerrilla formation from the North marches with pride, honoring their historical contributions to the war effort. Photo: VNA
The female peacekeepers symbolize Vietnam's active participation in international peacekeeping missions. Photo: Tin Tuc Newspaper
The military parade is followed by public formations representing all walks of life. Photo: VNA
Ho Chi Minh City's business community proudly marches in unity. Photo: VNA
Representatives of from China's People's Liberation Army march in the parade. Photo: VNA
Soldiers of the Lao People's Army, clad in camouflage uniforms, marched with solemn precision, demonstrating the special solidarity between Vietnam and Laos. Photo: VNA
Troops from the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces stood out in dark olive-green uniforms, gold-trimmed kepi caps, white gloves, and golden shoulder straps adorned with their national emblem. Photo: VNA
