
Honoring history, preserving revolutionary values
06/08/2025TN&MTTo mark the 78th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs Day (July 27, 1947 - July 27, 2025), the Agriculture and Environment Magazine and the International Institute for Women Entrepreneurs Development (IWED) jointly organized a commemorative trip to Vietnam’s Northwest region. The program included floral and incense tributes to President Ho Chi Minh and fallen soldiers at the Nghia Lo Prison and Outpost historical site, as well as a visit to Heroic Vietnamese Mother Nguyen Thi Hoa in Thuong Bang La commune, Lao Cai province.
The delegation first paid tribute at the Ho Chi Minh Memorial Site in Nghia Lo ward, Lao Cai province, offering flowers and incense in remembrance of the beloved leader of the Vietnamese people
They then visited the historical site of Nghia Lo Prison and Outpost, a location that witnessed the steadfast resistance of local patriots during the struggle against French colonial rule.
The delegation members bowed respectfully in memory of the fallen revolutionary soldiers honored at the site.
As part of the program, the delegation also visited and presented gifts to Heroic Vietnamese Mother Nguyen Thi Hoa, 97 years old, currently residing in Thuong Bang La commune. The team expressed sincere gratitude for her immense sacrifices and those of her family during the nation’s struggle for independence
The delegation also had the opportunity to view exhibits of historical artifacts and documents at the Ho Chi Minh President Memorial Site, learning more about the revolutionary movement and the sacrifices made by previous generations.
At the memorial site, Dr. Dao Xuan Hung, Editor-in-Chief of the Agriculture and Environment Magazine, wrote in the guestbook to express deep respect and gratitude to President Ho Chi Minh and to all those who gave their lives for the nation’s freedom
Members of the delegation took photos at the Ho Chi Minh Memorial Site
The memorial site of nine heroic revolutionary soldiers who gave their lives at Nghia Lo Prison and Outpost stands as a symbol of the unwavering spirit of those who sacrificed everything for the nation’s independence and freedom
This historic site serves not only as a place of remembrance but also as a source of inspiration for today’s generation.
A moving journey of remembrance and reflection
The delegation took a photo
These meaningful activities not only embodied the Vietnamese tradition of “when drinking water, remember its source”, a timeless expression of gratitude toward those who came before, but also served as a powerful reminder of the nation's revolutionary heritage. They provided an opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices made for independence and freedom, while instilling patriotic values and national pride in every participant, especially among female entrepreneurs who are now playing an increasingly vital role in Vietnam’s socio-economic development.
Hoang Anh - Viet Anh