Veterans Association of Division 391 celebrates division’s 50th founding anniversary

The Veterans Association of Division 391 in Son La city on March 15 held a ceremony to mark the 50th founding anniversary of Division 391 and a meeting of the Truong Son – Ho Chi Minh Trail Traditional Association.

At the ceremony to mark the 50th founding anniversary of Division 391.

During the ceremony, the delegates recalled the history and traditions of Division 391. Fifty years ago, on March 15, 1975, Division 341B was established in Yen Thanh commune, Yen Mo district, the northern province of Ninh Binh, consisting of three regiments, four battalions, and subordinate companies. Immediately after its establishment, Division 341B participated in the campaigns to liberate Khanh Hoa and Ba Ria - Vung Tau provinces in the South. It then continued to serve as a strategic reserve force for the 1975 Spring Offensive and Uprising. Following the complete liberation of the South, the division was reassigned to the General Department of Economic Construction with the mission of restoring the North-South Railway’s section in the central province of Quang Binh.

 Delegates at the ceremony.

In 1977, the division was renamed Division 391 and became part of Corps 12. It undertook many important missions, such as ensuring border security in the North, opening transportation routes in neighbouring Laos and the provinces of Son La and Dien Bien, and building National Road 279. After successfully completing these tasks, the division reduced its personnel and became Brigade 391, which was officially disbanded in 1990.

 An art performance at the ceremony. The Veterans Association of Division 391 in Son La city congratulates the active members who have made significant contributions to the association’s activities.

Over the 15 years, the officers and soldiers of Division 391 consistently overcame hardships and challenges, excellently fulfilling all the tasks entrusted by the Party and the people.

Now the Veterans Association of Division 391 in Son La city currently has 30 members who continue to uphold the qualities of "Uncle Ho's soldiers." They actively promote and encourage their children and grandchildren to focus on production, excel in economic activities, and actively participate in local initiatives and movements.

 

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