During the resistant war against the US imperialists, Truong Bon was a key transport hub for the southern battlefield, making it a focus for bombing from the US. In just four years, between 1964 and 1968, the site suffered from 18,936 bombs of various types along with thousands of missiles.
Under the rain of enemy’s bombs, thousands of officers, soldiers, youth volunteers and locals strengthened their courage to bravely hold the site and keep transport routes running smoothly, helping truck convoys carrying soldiers and other necessities to the front line.
The leaders of the Party, State, departments, ministries and branches listen to a speech on the heroic fight of the forces on the Truong Bon battlefield during the resistant war against the US imperialists.
Over 1,200 members of the armed forces, police and youth volunteer forces sacrificed their lives fighting on the battlefield in Truong Bon, including a group of 14 members of the youth volunteer force established to fill bomb craters alongside the roads and guide trucks across the danger zone. In the early morning of October 31, 1968, 13 youth volunteers were killed by a bomb while they were at work.
Together with many other historical sites across the nation, Truong Bon has been carved into the history as a legendary land, a shining symbol of revolutionary heroism, and a highlight in the anti-US resistance war, as well as the pride of all Vietnamese people for the glorious victory and fierce battle against invaders.
Truong Bon is also considered a red address for educating the future generations on the heroic traditions of the nation and the patriotism to firmly develop the nation.
