This is one of the activities of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, VNU towards the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025); remembering and paying tribute to the great sacrifices and feats of arms of our army and people, thereby raising awareness of the value of freedom and national independence. The program was jointly organized by the Museum of History and Culture, Faculty of History, Faculty of Political Science, Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union - University of Social Sciences and Humanities, attracting the participation of more than 500 scientists, lecturers, students and interested people.
From the heroic historical frames of the countryThe photo exhibition commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification respectfully introduces 40 documentary images recording historical moments of the nation's great resistance war against the US.
The exhibition is divided into 5 parts, including: (1) The Great War: Introducing important milestones of the war; decisive battles and feats of arms of the army and people of the North and South in the resistance war against the US; (2) Life during the war: Displaying photos of the lives of people in the two regions during the war; (3) Southern Liberation Day: Historical moments on April 30, 1975, when troops entered to liberate Saigon - Ho Chi Minh City; (4) 50 years of national reunification: Images reflecting the country's development from 1975 to present; (5) Introducing the book and author: "Vision from history to perfect Vietnamese values in the new era" and "April 30, 1975 - 50 years looking back".
These precious frames have helped the public better understand the great national war with its desire for peace, the sacrifices, losses and lives of the people in the two regions during 20 years of fierce war, to love and appreciate the values of peace more.
Representatives of the Board of Directors of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, VNU presented flowers to express gratitude to the authors of the two books displayed at the exhibition.
The exhibition attracted many prestigious scientists, researchers, lecturers, students and interested people to visit.
The commemorative photo exhibition will be displayed in the lobby on the first floor of Building E from April 22 to April 24, 2024 and in the yard of Building D, University of Social Sciences and Humanities from April 25 to April 29, 2025 for a large number of staff, lecturers, and students of the school to visit.
To the message about the value of peace, independence and freedom of the nationAt the 8th floor hall of Building E of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, VNU, the seminar introducing two books titled "Vision from History: Perfecting Vietnamese Values in the New Era" and the book "April 30, 1975 - Looking Back 50 Years" began with the authors' reminiscences about the important historical moments of the nation.
After more than two decades of steadfast struggle, overcoming countless difficulties and sacrifices, the resistance war against the US to save the country (1954-1975) ended in complete victory with the victory of the historic Ho Chi Minh Campaign. Over more than 20 years, under the leadership of the Party, our army and people successively defeated the war strategies of the US and the Republic of Vietnam government, ending with the victory on April 30, 1975, liberating the South, reunifying the country, and unifying the country, marking a brilliant milestone in the history of the Vietnamese nation.
Prof. Dr. Hoang Anh Tuan - Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, VNU delivered the opening speech at the seminar.
The book: “Vision from history: Perfecting Vietnamese values in the new era” by Senior Lieutenant General, Dr. Nguyen Van Huong - Former member of the Party Central Committee, former Deputy Minister of Public Security is a work that provides a system of viewpoints and solutions to develop the country in the new era. From a historical and cultural perspective, Senior Lieutenant General, Dr. Nguyen Van Huong has proposed a system of viewpoints and solutions to help Vietnam soon perfect its values, entering the new era with solid foundations and launching pads to reach high and fly far.
Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Van Huong shares about the book "Vision from history to perfect Vietnamese values in the new era"
The second book is titled “April 30, 1975 - 50 years in retrospect” by architect Nguyen Huu Thai - former member of the Saigon Student Association 1963-1964, who witnessed the important historical moment at the Independence Palace and the Radio Station on April 30, 1975. The book provides readers with valuable documents to clarify the important events that took place at the Independence Palace on April 30, 1975, and at the same time brings some new interpretations of the author about the national defense war of the Vietnamese people.
Architect Nguyen Huu Thai - Former President of Saigon Student Association (1963-1975) shares about the book "April 30, 1975 - Looking back after 50 years"
Prof. Dr. People's Teacher Nguyen Quang Ngoc - Vice President of Vietnam Historical Science Association, former Head of History Department, University of Social Sciences and Humanities coordinated the discussion program.
The victory of the Ho Chi Minh Campaign not only has significance for the country and people of Vietnam but also has profound international significance. It is a symbol of the spirit of independence, self-reliance and indomitable will of oppressed peoples around the world, strongly encouraging the national liberation movement. This victory ended the prolonged and costly intervention of the United States in Vietnam, contributing to changing the world political situation and affirming the truth: a nation, though small, but united and determined to fight for independence and freedom will certainly win. The Ho Chi Minh Campaign will forever be a brilliant golden page of history; a powerful testament to the power of patriotism and the aspiration for peace and unity of the Vietnamese people.
Lecturers, researchers, and students shared their emotions when talking with the author of two books.
Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Van Huong and Architect Nguyen Huu Thai took souvenir photos with lecturers, scientists and students of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities.
As the leading center for research and training in Social Sciences and Humanities in the country, the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, VNU is always steadfast in its mission of taking the lead in training high-quality, highly qualified human resources; researching, creating and disseminating knowledge in Social Sciences and Humanities, serving the cause of national construction and defense and international integration.
Today's Exhibition and Discussion is a practical action of the school in contributing to the construction and nurturing of generations of students with the aspiration to develop a prosperous and happy country associated with building a national value system with the strength of the Vietnamese people in the new era; turning the spirit of April into belief and motivation to move the country forward.
Some images at the photo exhibition to celebrate "50 years of Southern Liberation and National Reunification" and the discussion introducing two books: "Vision from history to perfect Vietnamese values in the new era" and "April 30, 1975 - 50 years looking back" held at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, VNU this morning, April 24, 2025:
