Memorial held for fallen soldiers in Paris
(VOV) - A memorial service to pay tribute to those who sacrificed their lives in the struggle for Vietnam’s independence was held at Khuong Viet Pagoda on the outskirts of Paris on April 5.
The event attracted a large number of Overseas Vietnamese (OVs) living in France and Buddhist followers, aiming to promote solidarity amongst Vietnamese people both at home and abroad.
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Two maps of Truong Sa (Spartly) and Hoang Sa (Paracel) Islands were displayed amid memorabilia honouring the soldiers who laid down their lives to protect Vietnam’s national sovereignty.
The ceremony provides Buddhist followers and OVs in France the opportunity to pay their respects to national heroes and educate the young generations about the nation’s traditions of patriotism and solidarity.
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Venerable Thich Tinh Quang, head of Khuong Viet Pagoda, said the ceremony beckons Vietnamese people throughout the world to unite for national construction and defence.