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Photos show memories of Hanoi Liberation Day in 1954

VOV.VN - The morning of October 10, 1954, saw thousands of the capital’s residents flood the streets with flags and flowers to welcome home Vietnamese soldiers who took over the capital from French troops.

photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 1 — As French troops depart Hanoi, they head towards Long Bien bridge on October 9, 1954.

photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 2 — Simultaneously, liberation forces enter the capital via Long Bien bridge on October 9, 1954.

photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 3 — To commemorate their victory, military forces march into the capital on the morning of October 10, 1954, Hanoi’s first liberation day.

photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 4 — The scene captured in front of the Hanoi Opera House on October 10, 1954.

photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 5 — The first flag salute ceremony was held at the Cot Co stadium at 3 p.m. on October 10, 1954.

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photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 8 — Major General Vuong Thua Vu is present on the podium during the first flag salute ceremony held to celebrate Hanoi’s victory on October 10, 1954.

photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 9 — Approximately 200,000 residents bearing flags and flowers take to the streets to greet liberation forces. Pictured is the jubilant scenes on Hang Gai street.

photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 10 — Thousands of Hanoians pour into the streets to greet the arrival of the victorious military forces. Photographed is the scene on Hang Dao street.

photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 11 — The arrival of the troops fills local people with joy.

photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 12 — Children can also be spotted on the capital’s streets welcoming the troops.

photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 13 — Local girls wear Ao Dai, the traditional Vietnamese long dress, to celebrate the historical event.

photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 14 — October 10, 1954, goes down in Vietnam’s history as the Liberation Day of Hanoi capital.

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photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 16 — Following Hanoi Liberation Day, life returns to normal with local cinemas packed with film-lovers.

photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 17 — Dong Xuan market is bustling once again.

photos show memories of hanoi liberation day in 1954 picture 18 — Schools reopen to mark a return to normality.

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Photo: VNA

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