In May 1959, the General Military Commission and the Ministry of Defence decided to establish a special military task force, later known as Group 559. This group was tasked with opening a supply route to transport goods and organise the movement of soldiers and officials from North to South Vietnam and vice-versa. The route was inaugurated on the birthday of President Ho Chi Minh, and thus was called the Ho Chi Minh Trail.

The Dien Bien Phu campaign in 1954 stands out as a remarkable epic of the people's war, making its mark in history as a shining triumph that smashed the stronghold of imperial colonialism.

Vietnam has been taken drastic measures to ensure traffic safety and order for the upcoming 13th National Party Congress and the 2021 Lunar New Year.

During the nation’s glorious history, from the struggle for national independence and reunification to the period of Doi Moi (renewal) and deep international integration, the overseas Vietnamese (OV) community has made an important contribution.

General Vo Nguyen Giap was the Commander and Secretary of the Party Committee of the campaign.

The successful assembly of 927-Yet Kieu rescue submarine is a remarkable achievement by Vietnam’s defense industry, greatly contributing to the mission of safeguarding the country’s sovereignty over sea and islands.

Pol Pot regime launches a full-scale division-level attack on Vietnam’s southwestern border on April 30, 1977.