The farewell moment of the soldiers and people after the parade on September 2nd

10am: Tourists linger around Hoan Kiem Lake after the Grand Ceremony

It was noted that although the 80th Anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam had ended, many people still lingered around Hoan Kiem Lake. Many families spread out tarps and set out their lunch around the lakeside area.

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People linger in the Hoan Kiem Lake area. Photo: Hai Danh

Ms. Pham Thi Tuyet (a tourist from Gia Lai) shared that she had traveled a long distance to Hanoi for several days just to witness the sacred and heroic moments of the Great Festival. When the crowd dispersed, she and her friends chose to linger at Hoan Kiem Lake, find a small corner to sit, rest, eat and drink, and immerse themselves in the vibrant yet peaceful atmosphere.

"I have never seen Hanoi so beautiful and close. There is no longer the hustle and bustle of everyday life, only the laughter and warm feeling of thousands of hearts sharing the same pride," said Ms. Tuyet.

For Ms. Tuyet, this trip was an unforgettable memory, not only because she got to watch the parade, but also because she got to immerse herself in the atmosphere of solidarity and patriotism in the capital.

"Perhaps I will remember this image for the rest of my life. It gives me more faith and love for my country," Tuyet confided.

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People and tourists have lunch at Hoan Kiem Lake. Photo: Hai Danh

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Ms. Pham Thi Tuyet (a tourist from Gia Lai ) continued to stay at Hoan Kiem Lake to chat and enjoy the vibrant yet peaceful atmosphere. Photo: Hai Danh

9:30: Military vehicles, artillery, and special vehicles arrive at the assembly point.

Since the morning of September 2, My Dinh area has had times of heavy rain, but many people still patiently stood on both sides of Le Quang Dao street to watch the mass of vehicles, military artillery, and special vehicles complete the parade and return to the assembly point at the F1 racetrack.

Mr. Le Van Binh (60 years old, Xuan Phuong ward, Hanoi) said: “It has been decades since such a momentous occasion happened, and the rain and wind could not dampen the spirit of the people. When I saw each block of vehicles, artillery and special vehicles, I saw the strength of the Army and Police forces. It was an image that was both majestic and familiar, making everyone proud,” Mr. Binh said.

According to Mr. Binh, waiting until the last minute to witness the convoys return is not just a matter of curiosity but also a way for people to express their feelings for the armed forces: “We, the people, saw off the convoy with applause and a presence full of faith. It was an unforgettable moment, to tell our children and grandchildren about a very special National Day.”

People stand in the rain on Le Quang Dao Street waiting for military vehicles, artillery, and special vehicles to arrive at the assembly point. Photo: Song Huu

People waved to the officers and soldiers who had just completed their parade duty. Photo: Song Huu

The close and intimate gestures of the officers and soldiers respond to the people's feelings. Photo: Song Huu

The warm welcome of the people towards the officers and soldiers of the Army and Police. Photo: Song Huu

People record memorable moments. Photo: Song Huu

At around 10am, the mass of vehicles, military artillery, and special vehicles officially arrived at the assembly point at the F1 racetrack. Photo: Song Huu

9:30: Reluctant farewell

After the proud and eye-catching parade, the people did not rush to leave but stayed to say goodbye to the soldiers. Warm images of military-civilian relations and international solidarity were recorded at the moment of farewell.

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Russian military personnel wave goodbye to the Vietnamese people. Photo: To The

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The Chemical Defense soldiers extend their hands to greet the people with affection. Photo: To The

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The farewell smiles of the Chinese military. Photo: To The

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People wave goodbye to the convoys on duty. Photo: To The

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People waved goodbye to the bus carrying female militia. Photo: To The

8:50: People happily welcome the parades

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Veterans eagerly welcome the parade blocks. Photo: Vu Linh

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The bright smiles of the people when witnessing the parades with their own eyes. Photo: Vu Linh

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The blocks passed through the people's area with lovely gestures.

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Bright smiles are always on their lips. Photo: To The

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Lovely gestures of soldiers of the People's Public Security special vehicle unit for the people. Photo: To The

8:45: People interact with soldiers participating in the A80 parade at the assembly point of Thong Nhat Park

8:45: People interact with soldiers participating in the A80 parade at the assembly point of Thong Nhat Park. Photo: Nguyen Dat

Photo: Nguyen Dat

8:25: Parades and marching groups go among the people on Trang Thi street

People welcome the Lao People's Army. Photo: Y Yen

The Militia and Self-Defense Force walks among the people. Photo: Y Yen

Soldiers in the parade interact with the people. Photo: Minh Dan

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Image of the parade blocks, marching among the people on Trang Thi street. Photo: Minh Dan

8:15: People's Public Security units pass through Hanoi Railway Station, greet people and return to the gathering point.

8:15: People's Public Security units pass through Hanoi Railway Station, greet people and return to the gathering point. Photo: Cuong Ngo

Photo: Cuong Ngo

8:15: People cheered and welcomed the military equipment.

After many hours of waiting, the moment when the A80 parade blocks entered the arms of the people has come. The joy, the cheers, the applause, the bright eyes and the radiant smiles... this will become a moment that will enter the hearts of the people, become history.

The military equipment demonstrating the nation's strength was welcomed by the people with cheers of love and pride.

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Modern, state-of-the-art weapons are the pride of the entire nation in the country's military strength. Photo: To The

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Video of military vehicles and equipment parade.

8:10: People's Public Security forces march through Hanoi Railway Station and Le Duan Street to the warm welcome of the people.

8:10 a.m.: People's Public Security forces march through the Hanoi Railway Station area, Le Duan Street, Cua Nam Ward, Hanoi City, warmly welcomed by the people. Photo: Cuong Ngo

Photo: Cuong Ngo

8:05: People excitedly welcome foreign groups

The armies of China, Russia, Laos, and Cambodia marched on Trang Thi Street amid the cheers and applause of the Vietnamese people.

The Chinese People's Liberation Army parade consists of 120 soldiers. The Russian Armed Forces parade consists of 33 soldiers.

The Lao People's Army parade consists of 120 soldiers. The Royal Cambodian Army parade consists of 120 soldiers.

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Foreign military personnel marched in to a warm welcome from the Vietnamese people. Video: Ý Yên

8:00 am: Military equipment parades on the streets of Hanoi

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Military equipment paraded on Nguyen Thai Hoc Street. Photo: Vu Linh

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The soldiers waved to the people.

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Soldiers salute the people of the capital. Photo: Vu Linh

7:30 - 7:50: The parade continues to move through Hung Vuong Street - turn to Nguyen Thai Hoc

Wherever they went, people warmly welcomed the parades, their waving arms and cheers made the atmosphere of the parade more special than ever.

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7:30 - 7:50 The parade groups continued to move through Hung Vuong Street - turn to Nguyen Thai Hoc. Wherever they went, people warmly welcomed the parade groups, waving arms, and bustling cheers of the people made the atmosphere of the parade more special than ever.

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“Walking in the hearts of the people” - are beautiful words that can describe the largest parade ever. Photo: Thuy Linh

Helicopters hoisting the national flag, SU-30MK2 brightens the sky of Hanoi

Photo: To The

Helicopters flying the national flag and the Party flag over Hanoi. Photo: To The

The most anticipated performance was from the SU-30MK2 “king cobra” fighters dropping flares in the sky of the capital. Photo: To The

The fireworks display lit up the sky. Photo: To The

Majestic parades and marches

The military units marched in the arms of the people on the great holiday - that was the moment connecting the entire army with the hearts of the people of the whole country. The cheers, smiles, and eyes filled with faith and pride of the people seemed to add strength, turning each step of the military parade into the beat of history, into an unforgettable memory in the minds of many generations.

In the sacred moment, in the joy, the neat rows of soldiers passing by showed the spirit of the nation in open arms welcoming. This moment will echo forever, like an endless epic in the hearts of the Vietnamese people.

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