The Great Departure: A Tale of Mixed Emotions on the Post-Military Parade Parting Day
On the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu victory over French colonial forces, the armed forces and militia members put on a spectacular military parade that left local residents and tourists in awe. Their impressive display of strength and unity celebrated this significant milestone, and as the day drew to a close, a bittersweet atmosphere descended as leavers and stayers alike found it difficult to bid each other farewell.