24-09-2024, 02:54
Nguyen Son, also known as Vu Nguyen Bac, is one of the most remarkable generals in history, having been awarded military ranks in both Vietnam and China. He was born in 1908 in Hanoi, where he was raised and educated at prestigious schools before joining the revolution. After becoming a member of the Revolutionary Youth League, he was sent to China to study and later participated in the revolution there, achieving numerous accomplishments and holding significant positions in the Chinese military, including serving as the Political Commissar of the 34th Division at the young age of 24.
Nguyen Son was renowned for his many intriguing anecdotes and his unique leadership style. He was not only an outstanding military leader but also had a passion and talent for cultural and artistic pursuits. He contributed to the preservation and revival of traditional art forms such as Tuong (classical opera) and Cheo (traditional theater) after the August Revolution, and he also reorganized the military band of the Vietnamese army. His deep knowledge of literature was evident in his lectures on the Vietnamese epic poem Truyen Kieu and the Chinese play Loi Vu, which garnered great admiration from many.
Despite facing many challenges in his life, including being expelled from the Communist Party three times due to his struggles against wrongdoings, Nguyen Son remained steadfast and dedicated to the revolutionary cause. His career was recognized when President Ho Chi Minh conferred upon him the rank of Major General in the Vietnam People’s Army in 1948, and later, the Chinese government also awarded him the rank of Major General in 1955.
In addition to his military and cultural contributions, Nguyen Son was known for his compassion and deep concern for people. He always valued his friends, comrades, and particularly the nurturing of future generations. General Vo Nguyen Giap honored Nguyen Son as a steadfast communist soldier, a friend, a comrade, and a close companion who devoted his entire life to the revolutionary cause of both Vietnam and China.
Nguyen Son left an indelible mark not only in history but also in the hearts of every Vietnamese and Chinese person as a symbol of determination, talent, and deep human connections. His life and career stand as a testament to the sacrifices and unwavering dedication to ideals and international friendship.
Nguyen Son was renowned for his many intriguing anecdotes and his unique leadership style. He was not only an outstanding military leader but also had a passion and talent for cultural and artistic pursuits. He contributed to the preservation and revival of traditional art forms such as Tuong (classical opera) and Cheo (traditional theater) after the August Revolution, and he also reorganized the military band of the Vietnamese army. His deep knowledge of literature was evident in his lectures on the Vietnamese epic poem Truyen Kieu and the Chinese play Loi Vu, which garnered great admiration from many.
Despite facing many challenges in his life, including being expelled from the Communist Party three times due to his struggles against wrongdoings, Nguyen Son remained steadfast and dedicated to the revolutionary cause. His career was recognized when President Ho Chi Minh conferred upon him the rank of Major General in the Vietnam People’s Army in 1948, and later, the Chinese government also awarded him the rank of Major General in 1955.
In addition to his military and cultural contributions, Nguyen Son was known for his compassion and deep concern for people. He always valued his friends, comrades, and particularly the nurturing of future generations. General Vo Nguyen Giap honored Nguyen Son as a steadfast communist soldier, a friend, a comrade, and a close companion who devoted his entire life to the revolutionary cause of both Vietnam and China.
Nguyen Son left an indelible mark not only in history but also in the hearts of every Vietnamese and Chinese person as a symbol of determination, talent, and deep human connections. His life and career stand as a testament to the sacrifices and unwavering dedication to ideals and international friendship.