Memorial services for soldiers killed protecting Gac Ma Island
Memorial services for 64 Vietnamese soldiers who fought to protect Gac Ma Island (Johnson South Reef), part of the Truong Sa (Spratly) Archipelago, on March 14, 1988 were held in many localities across the country.
A large wreath of fresh flowers bearing the words “Forever remember martyrs who sacrificed their life at Gac Ma Island – Truong Sa on March 14, 1988” and lanterns were also released on the blue sea to commemorate the soldiers.
In the central province of Phu Yen, nearly 400 war veterans who used to be stationed in Truong Sa met at a gathering to remember their fallen comrades.