Vietnam Military History Museum is about to open to welcome visitors

The Vietnam Military History Museum is preparing to reopen after renovation. Located in Hanoi, the museum houses thousands of important artifacts about military history from the resistance wars against France and the US to the modern era. The exhibition areas include weapons, tanks, aircraft and many other artifacts. In addition, the museum also has interactive experiences, helping visitors gain a deeper understanding of historical periods.

The Vietnam Military History Museum, one of the important cultural sites in Hanoi, is preparing to reopen after renovation. With an area of ​​nearly 10,000 square meters, the museum displays a series of valuable artifacts about Vietnam's military history, from the resistance wars against France and the US to the modern era. The exhibition areas will include weapons, tanks, aircraft and important relics associated with the nation's war history.

Location and Architecture
Located in the heart of Hanoi, the museum is on Dien Bien Phu Street, very convenient for visitors to combine visiting other famous tourist attractions such as Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature and Hoan Kiem Lake. The museum is built in a modern architecture, harmoniously combining outdoor and indoor spaces. From the outside, visitors will encounter many giant artifacts such as T-54 tanks, MIG-21 aircraft, warships... vividly recreating historical periods.

The Victory Tower at the Vietnam Military History Museum is 45m high, symbolizing the year 1945, the time when the country gained independence. The top of the tower is cut at a 60-degree angle, creating a five-pointed star, with stars stacked on top of each other, symbolizing the desire to rise. The base of the tower is in the shape of a pentagon, representing the five socialist classes: intellectuals, farmers, workers, businessmen and soldiers, reflecting the solidarity and strength of the entire people in the process of fighting and building the country.

Main display areas
The museum will include many display areas corresponding to different periods in Vietnam's military history:

The Victory Tower at the Vietnam Military History Museum is 45m high, symbolizing the year 1945, the time the country gained independence. The top of the tower is cut at a 60-degree angle, forming a five-pointed star, with the stars stacked on top of each other, symbolizing the aspiration to rise. The base of the tower is in the shape of a pentagon, representing the five socialist classes: intellectuals, farmers, workers, businessmen and soldiers, reflecting the solidarity and strength of the entire people in the process of fighting and building the country.

In front of the central building of the Vietnam Military History Museum, the left area displays weapons and equipment used by the Vietnamese Army and people in the resistance wars against French colonialism and American imperialism, as well as during training and combat readiness. On the right is the area displaying weapons and equipment of the French and American armies captured during the Vietnam War, reflecting the fierceness and victory of the nation in historical periods.

When entering the Vietnam Military History Museum, visitors will be impressed by the MiG-21 fighter jet with serial number 4324 hanging high. This aircraft bears 14 red stars, symbolizing the 14 times the US Air Force shot down aircraft during the war of destruction in the North from 1965-1967. In 2015, MiG-21 serial number 4324 was recognized as a national treasure by the Prime Minister, demonstrating its great historical value.

Experiential activities
In addition to sightseeing, the museum also offers many interactive experiential activities for visitors. Modern digital galleries allow viewers to learn more about the battles, through documentary films, 3D battle models and combat simulation games. This is an opportunity not only to learn about history but also to experience the hardships and challenges that the soldiers went through.

Since September 1, the Vietnam Military History Museum has organized experimental tour groups, including experts in history, culture, veterans, students, and military cadets. After evaluation and further completion, the museum is expected to officially open to visitors in October. A delegation from the Lao People's Army History Museum visited the museum on October 3 as part of an exchange and learning activity.

The completed Vietnam Military History Museum project includes an indoor and outdoor exhibition system with 6 themes on historical processes, 8 in-depth topics, 7 collections, and 12 different military specialties of the Vietnam People's Army. These contents not only help visitors better understand the stages of military history but also demonstrate the development and progress in the art of war and national defense through the ages.

The Vietnam Military History Museum features four National Treasures, including two MIG-21 aircraft numbered 4324 and 5121, a T54B tank numbered 843, and a map of determination to fight in the Ho Chi Minh Campaign. In particular, the T54B tank numbered 843 was one of the first to crash into the side gate of the Independence Palace on April 30, 1975, marking an important historical event, and was recognized as a National Treasure, symbolizing the great victory of the nation.

The exhibition space of the Vietnam Military History Museum features a MiG-21 aircraft numbered 5121. This aircraft was piloted by three talented pilots: Dinh Ton, Vu Dinh Rang and hero Pham Tuan. During the 1972 air defense campaign, MiG-21 No. 5121 achieved the feat of shooting down 5 American aircraft, including the B-52 super fortress, one of the greatest achievements in the history of air combat in Vietnam.

The Vietnam Military History Museum applies modern technology to create a realistic feeling for viewers, including mapping models, a system of reference screens and documentary films. The museum has produced more than 60 clips and supporting documents for each campaign and battle, helping visitors access information more easily and vividly.

The importance of the museum
The opening of the museum is not only for the purpose of serving tourism but also a way to preserve and honor the historical values ​​and indomitable fighting traditions of the nation. This is a place not to be missed for the younger generations and those who love to learn about Vietnam's military history.

Opening information
The museum is expected to open at the end of October 2024, and will operate every day of the week. With a large-scale renovation, the museum promises to bring an attractive and rewarding experience to domestic and foreign visitors.

In the Vietnam Military History Museum, part of the B-52 aircraft that was shot down by the Vietnamese army and people in the sky of Hanoi is on display, demonstrating one of the great feats in history. The museum is expected to open to visitors from November 1, with free admission for the first two months. Organizations and individuals in need can contact us for reception.