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General Lê Văn Hưng: A Symbol of Courage, Duty, and the Spirit Remembered on Patriots’ Day

Post author By Arrow
Post date July 7, 2026
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South Vietnamese Patriots’ Day is a day to remember those ideals that defined the Republic of Vietnam: courage, sacrifice, loyalty, and devotion to something greater than oneself.

Few figures embody those ideals more clearly than Brigadier General Lê Văn Hưng.

Tags ARVN, Republic of Vietnam, Viet Nam Cong Hoa, Army of the Republic of Vietnam, Le Van Hung, Battle of An Loc 1972, Easter Offensive 1972, Never Forget, South Vietnamese Patriots' Day, Patriots' Day

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Legacy Post: “Southern Heroes: Le Van Hung, the ARVN, and the Battle of An Loc”

Post author By The Freedom For Vietnam Delegation
Post date March 24, 2025
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General Lê Văn Hưng, leader of the An Lộc defense, the unquestioned hero of the battle. (Photo taken in May 1972. Courtesy of the former Embassy of the Republic of Vietnam).

The post commemorates Black April Day, honoring the sacrifices of South Vietnamese soldiers who fought valiantly during the Vietnam War, particularly at the Battle of An Loc in 1972. Despite being outnumbered, they achieved a significant victory against North Vietnamese forces, showcasing courage and patriotism for their nation’s freedom and legacy.