Watch: Vietnam Celebrates 80 Years of Independence with Largest Military Parade in Hanoi | APT

Vietnam marked the 80th anniversary of its independence from colonial rule with a spectacular military parade in Hanoi’s Ba Dinh Square. Tens of thousands of people gathered, waving flags and wearing red, to witness hundreds of soldiers marching alongside an impressive display of military hardware — including missile systems, tanks, helicopters, and airborne vehicles. The parade also featured honour guards from China, Russia, Laos, and Cambodia, showcasing Vietnam’s close regional ties and military strength. This historic day commemorates Ho Chi Minh’s 1945 declaration of independence from French colonial rule, a moment that sparked decades of conflict culminating in the Viet Minh’s victory at Dien Bien Phu in 1954. Watch the full parade and join us in celebrating Vietnam’s enduring spirit and unity! #VietnamIndependenceDay #VietnamMilitaryParade #HanoiParade #Vietnam80Years #VietnamNationalDay #MilitaryParade #HoChiMinh #VietnamHistory #IndependenceAnniversary #VietnamArmedForces