August Revolution: Convincing historical evidence of the highest mobilization of internal resources

The August Revolution of 1945 in our country was an awakening of the entire people, a unity of will and action. The General Uprising in Hanoi on August 19, 1945 was the call to action, leading to uprisings to seize power in the ancient capital of Hue (August 23), Saigon (August 25) and the whole country.

The rally to launch the uprising to seize power organized by the Viet Minh Front at the Hanoi Opera House on August 19, 1945. Photo: VNA archive

In Nghe An, the revolutionary movement during the years of World War II (1939 - 1945) suffered serious losses due to the enemy's brutal terror: most of the key leaders from the province to the district were arrested, the Party organization and the mass base were continuously broken. Right at the time when the Nghe An revolutionary movement encountered the most difficulties, the fighting spirit of the Nghe An people was tested, tempered and rose up indomitably in the historic autumn days of 1945.

After a period of extremely urgent force preparation, although not yet receiving the Central's order to revolt, the Viet Minh inter-provincial Nghe - Tinh promptly and proactively prepared forces suitable to the specific circumstances of the locality, waiting for the opportunity to come. As soon as they received the order to revolt from the Nghe - Tinh Uprising Committee, the people of all ethnic groups in Nghe An rose up to launch an uprising to seize power.

The Red Guards in Hoa Quan - Dong So during the Nghe Tinh Soviet movement (1930-1931). Photo: Vietnam Military History Museum

In just a short time, from August 17 to 26, 1945, the revolutionary government was established throughout Nghe An. The uprising to seize power in Nghe An took place in many rich and diverse forms, not breaking out at the same time, taking place in 3 different regions: plains, midlands; urban areas; mountainous areas... In particular, the uprising to seize power in the Soviet homeland took place very vividly, quickly, comprehensively and without bloodshed, contributing worthily to the great victory of the entire nation...

The August Revolution of 1945 is truly a powerful and convincing historical evidence of the highest mobilization of national internal strength under the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam. That is the source of the victories that the Vietnamese people have won in the previous resistance wars against foreign invaders and in the current cause of national renewal and development, laying the foundation for"Our country has never had the foundation, potential, position and prestige as it does today"(words of General Secretary and President Nguyen Phu Trong).

However, along with the opportunities and advantages, our country in general and Nghe An province in particular still have to face many intertwined difficulties and challenges. The task of building and protecting the Fatherland in the new situation, developing the socio-economy, improving the material and spiritual life of the people, building the Party, building the political system, firmly protecting independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity is being carried out by the entire Party, the entire army and the entire people with one heart and one mind.

Propaganda poster: Internet

In particular, during these historic autumn days, when the "Covid-19 enemy" re-emerged, the Party Committee, government and people of Nghe An province are uniting, joining forces and hearts to "fight the epidemic like fighting the enemy". With the spirit of solidarity, mutual love and support, the people of Nghe An have accompanied and joined hands with frontline doctors and medical staff to fight the epidemic with the people of Da Nang. Accordingly, tens of thousands of masks of all kinds, thousands of bottles of hand sanitizer and other medical supplies have been donated by all walks of life of Nghe An people to support the people of Da Nang city. The province also sent a delegation of 16 doctors and medical staff to the frontline to support Da Nang in fighting the epidemic...

Besides, Nghe An is also actively fighting against "corruption", strengthening administrative reform, building a creative government, serving the people, constantly creating favorable conditions for investors, businesses... to soon build Nghe An into a prosperous province as Uncle Ho always wished.

Recalling the meaning and lasting lessons of the August Revolution in 1945, despite having gone through a journey of three-quarters of a century, still retains its value and shines more and more brightly. It is one of the most brilliant pages in the history of our nation, a major milestone on the path of development throughout the thousands of years of building and defending the country of the Vietnamese people. As President Ho Chi Minh wrote:“Not only the Vietnamese working class and people can be proud, but the working class and oppressed peoples elsewhere can also be proud that this is the first time in the revolutionary history of colonial and semi-colonial peoples that a Party only 15 years old has successfully led a revolution and taken power nationwide.”(Ho Chi Minh, Complete Works, volume 7, National Political Publishing House - Truth, Hanoi, 2011, p.25).

Reviewing the significance and lasting lessons of the August Revolution in 1945 truly arouses and fosters confidence, creates an exciting atmosphere, and trusts in the Party's leadership among all cadres, party members, and people of all walks of life; welcomes the success of Party Congresses at all levels, towards the 19th Congress of Nghe An Provincial Party Committee and the 13th National Congress of our Party.

A corner of Vinh city. Photo: Thanh Duy