Listening to History: A Special Experience with the Declaration of Independence After 80 Years of Freedom

During these historic autumn days, people across the country joyfully welcome important national events, looking back on the 80-year journey of the country gaining independence, maintaining sovereignty and building the future.

On this occasion, Nhan Dan Newspaper, the mouthpiece of the Communist Party of Vietnam, introduced a special supplement printing the full text of President Ho Chi Minh's Declaration of Independence along with a experience technology Uniquely, it helps people not only read but also listen to the historic Declaration through the voice of beloved Uncle Ho.

A gift from history

From early morning, at the experience space of Nhan Dan Newspaper, hundreds of readers lined up to receive a special publication - a supplement printed with the historic Declaration of Independence, along with an innovative technological gift: a five-pointed gold star sticker that can play a recording of President Ho Chi Minh reading the Declaration of Independence on the afternoon of September 2, 1945 at Ba Dinh Square.

Holding the solemnly printed newspaper, Mr. Vu Tri Quang, a veteran, emotionally shared: "The supplement is small but contains a treasure. The Declaration of Independence is a national treasure. I am very happy that Nhan Dan Newspaper, a newspaper with a rich tradition, has made many innovations to reach readers in creative ways. Thanks to that, children have more opportunities to understand, love and be proud of the history of the nation."

Unable to hide his pride, Mr. Quang added: “I hope that today's young generation, with better intelligence and conditions, will continue the spirit of the Declaration. As Uncle Ho said: 'The entire Vietnamese people are determined to devote their spirit and strength, their lives and property to maintain that independence and freedom.' That is not just a declaration but an eternal reminder."

Young people are eager to "scan codes to hear history"

The atmosphere at the bulletin board and sticker distribution point became more exciting as many young people got to “hear history” for the first time in a completely new way.

Tran Quynh Trang, a student at Bo Ha High School (Bac Ninh), shared emotionally: “I traveled more than 100 km to be here, receive a newspaper with the Declaration of Independence and experience special stickers. When I heard Uncle Ho's voice on the phone, I was really moved. I feel very honored and proud.”

Hoang Ngoc Thien Huong, a student at Ly Thanh Tong High School (Hanoi), said emotionally: “This is the first time I have heard the Declaration of Independence in such a special form. I feel more motivated to study well, live responsibly and contribute to the country.”

Not only students, but also university students and adults could not hide their surprise. Mr. Vu Van Quan, from Ninh Binh, called this “a great memory in his life”: “Just scan the code and you will see Uncle Ho's voice reading the Declaration. I will never forget this experience.”

Vu Ngoc Thien, a student at Hanoi University of Science and Technology, expressed: “President Ho Chi Minh's Declaration of Independence is a strong reminder of the value of peace, independence and freedom, values that our generation has the responsibility to preserve.”

From a small supplement, readers not only touch history with their eyes but also feel it with their ears and hearts. History is no longer distant or just a book, but becomes a vivid, sacred and close experience. By listening to the voice of history through technology. The Declaration of Independence through the approach of young people has become a sacred call echoing in people's hearts, reminding each of us, regardless of age, to be responsible for the country, for freedom, and for the future of the nation.

When children hear Uncle Ho's voice.

Not only adults or young people, children are also excited about the "talking" stickers of Nhan Dan Newspaper.

Nguyen Tram Anh, Kim Chung primary school student: “I wanted to hear Uncle Ho read the Declaration because my parents told me that on September 2, 1945, he read it at Ba Dinh Square. Now that I have heard it, I am very happy.”

Vu Minh Chien, student of Yen Binh A primary school, Hanoi city: “None of my friends have this sticker yet. I will show it off to them because it has Uncle Ho's voice talking in it.”

Perhaps, many children today cannot read the Declaration fluently, and do not fully understand the noble things that Uncle Ho said. But one thing is certain, the moment of hearing Uncle Ho's voice through technology, touching history through each stroke of the newspaper, will become a sacred memory, a milestone of maturity in each person's soul.

In the bustling atmosphere of the 80th National Day, the creations of the Vietnamese revolutionary press have not only preserved history, but also made history more vivid, closer, and forever alive and sacred in the hearts of readers.

Source: https://baohungyen.vn/lang-nghe-lich-su-trai-nghiem-dac-biet-voi-ban-tuyen-ngon-doc-lap-sau-80-nam-tu-do-3184601.html