The national-level military parade and procession marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and the National Day (September 2) of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam brought historic moments, making every Vietnamese feel happy of living in national pride. For those present at Ba Dinh Square and along the streets on the parade route, that feeling was more complete than ever. Nhan Dan Newspaper shares with readers some of the most memorable moments of the event.

The participation of foreign military personnel in the upcoming parade on September 2 is seen as a powerful symbol of national and international solidarity for peace, cooperation, friendship, and development, said Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lt. Gen. Hoang Xuan Chien.

Officers and sailors of frigate 016-Quang Trung and a delegation of the Viet Nam People’s Navy on August 17 took part in a street parade in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. The event was held as part of the third ASEAN Multilateral Naval Exercise (AMNEX 3), hosted by the Royal Malaysian Navy.

Nearly 16,000 officers and soldiers gathered for the second general rehearsal in preparation for the parade marking the A80 event at the National Military Training Centre No.4 on August 5.

The first rehearsal for the military parade and procession in preparation for the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19, 1945 – 2025) and National Day (September 2, 1945 – 2025) was held on June 25 at three locations in Ha Noi.