On the morning of April 30th, Ho Chi Minh City solemnly held a national-level ceremony to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification – the most glorious milestone in the nation's history of building and defending the country. This momentous occasion filled the entire Vietnamese nation with immense pride after half a century of peace, independence, and unity, featuring a wide array of activities and a large-scale parade and march.
The 50th Anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification ceremony took place along nearly 2km of Le Duan Street in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, stretching from the main gate of the Independence Palace to the Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens. This area served as the central location for the celebration, hosting the grandstand, main stage, opening ceremonies, and the commencement of the parade and march.
From the elevated vantage point of the Independence Palace, the commemorative ceremony appeared even more solemn and magnificent, offering a fuller and more comprehensive view of its scale, the main activities, and the enthusiastic atmosphere shared by the spectators lining both sides of the beautiful, flower-filled Le Duan Street.
Let's take a look back at the images of the 50th Anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification, captured from the unique perspective of the Independence Palace rooftop by reporter Le Minh of Vietnam Pictorial, who had the honor of documenting this event./.
The 50th Anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification ceremony took place along nearly 2km of Le Duan Street in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
The art performance opening the 50th Anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification on the morning of April 30 in Ho Chi Minh City.
Many unique performances at the 50th Anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification.
The art performance program by Ho Chi Minh City's artists at the 50th Anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification.
A vehicle carrying the portrait of late President Ho Chi Minh.
The float carrying the symbol of the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification.
The Command vehicle and the All-Army Flag Unit enter the stage.
The performance of the military officer contingent representing the five wings of the Liberation Army entering Saigon in the historic Ho Chi Minh Campaign that contributed to the victory on April 30, 1975.
The Naval Officers, the Air Defence – Air Force Officers and the Border Guard Officers march towards the grandstand.
The Electronic Warfare Troops, the Cyber Warfare Force and the contingent of Female Peacekeepers marching in the parade.
A panoramic view of the contingents representing the armed forces, workers, farmers, intellectuals, youth, Vietnamese mass organizations, along with military contingents from China, Laos, and Cambodia entering the stage.
More than 13,000 people, along with military contingents from China, Laos, and Cambodia, attend the grand parade in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification.
The armed forces strides past the grandstand with great spirit.
The Air Defence – Air Force Officers represent the force that protects the skies, seas and islands, and the territorial integrity of the country.
The Electronic Warfare Troops, the Cyber Warfare Force and the contingent of Female Peacekeepers marching in the parade.
The Female Information Officers, the Female Military Medical Officers and the Electronic Warfare Troops marching in the parade.
The Command Vehicle and Public Security team holding the flag of the force.
Female officers from the Traffic Police contingent, followed by male officers of the air force of the People's Public Security.
The contingents of male officers from the Ho Chi Minh City Police, the Police Department of Fire Prevention and Fighting and Rescue, and the Vietnam Police Peacekeeping Unit.
A formation of male officers of grassroots-level public order and security forces, and a unit from the Mobile Mounted Police Regiment of the People's Public Security.
The red flag contingent, followed by the Heroes of the People’s Armed Forces, Labour Heroes, and distinguished historical witnesses (riding in vehicles).
The parade includes the Heroes of the People’s Armed Forces, Labour Heroes, and distinguished historical witnesses (riding in vehicles).
More than 13,000 people, along with military contingents from China, Laos, and Cambodia, attend the grand parade in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification.
A grand parade in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975-2025) was held solemnly and impressively.
The national flag flies atop the Independence Palace during the 50th Anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification.
