See pictures of Vinh city past and present on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of reconstruction
PV Group•April 26, 2024 16:18
(Baonghean.vn) - Although devastated after the war, however, with the help of the State and People of the German Democratic Republic, Vinh City was gradually rebuilt. On May 1, 1974, the construction of Quang Trung area officially started, marking the beginning of the city's reconstruction process.
In 1973, when Vinh emerged from the war, the city was heavily devastated, with buildings damaged and in ruins. However, with the help of the State and People of the German Democratic Republic, the city was gradually rebuilt.
On October 22, 1973, the Vinh City Reconstruction Agreement was signed by the governments of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam and the German Democratic Republic. Not only did they help with the overall and comprehensive re-planning of Vinh City, the Germans also helped build, upgrade, and renovate nearly 30 important projects and works in Vinh and Nghe An. Among them, the most important project was the construction of the Quang Trung apartment complex. On May 1, 1974, the construction of the Quang Trung complex officially began, marking the beginning of the process of rebuilding Vinh City after the war.
On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Vinh city's reconstruction May 1, 1974 - May 1, 2024, let's look back at historical images in the process of rebuilding Vinh city after the war.
Vinh City in 1974 seen from Quyet Mountain, still full of bomb craters. Photo: German expert group participating in the reconstruction of Vinh CityNational Highway 1A into Vinh City in 1974. Photo: German expert group participating in the reconstruction of Vinh CityDeputy Prime Minister and Minister of Construction Do Muoi laid the first brick to build Quang Trung apartment building in 1974. Photo: German expert group participating in the reconstruction of Vinh CityWorkers building Quang Trung Building B in 1975. Photo: German expert group participating in the reconstruction of Vinh CityBuildings A1 and A4 Quang Trung in 1975. Photo: German expert group participating in the reconstruction of Vinh CityA5 Quang Trung Building in 1975. Photo: German expert group participating in the reconstruction of Vinh CityArea B3 and B2 Quang Trung in 1976. Photo: German expert group participating in the reconstruction of Vinh CityThe joy of moving to a new house at B3 Quang Trung in 1977. Photo: German expert group participating in the reconstruction of Vinh CityAfter more than 50 years of construction and existence, Quang Trung apartment complex has completed its glorious historical mission. Up to now, the buildings have been gradually demolished to make way for newer, more spacious buildings to meet the development needs. However, Quang Trung area is forever a part of the memory of Vinh city people. Photo: Sach NguyenQuang Trung area now has new buildings, making Vinh city more modern. Photo: Sach NguyenVinh Market in 1974. Photo: German expert group participating in the reconstruction of Vinh CityConstruction of Vinh market in 1980. Photo: German expert group participating in the reconstruction of Vinh cityTo date, Vinh market is still the largest market in Nghe An province with nearly 3,000 traders, one of the most famous shopping spots in Vinh city. Photo: Quang AnQuang Trung Street, Vinh City in 1977. Photo: German expert group participating in the reconstruction of Vinh CityCurrently, Quang Trung Street is one of the most beautiful streets in Vinh City, with a series of modern high-rise buildings springing up. Photo: Quang AnCinema September 12, 1978. Photo archive12/9 Cinema is now spacious and is still one of the movie theaters chosen by many Vinh residents. Photo: Quang AnInstalling the lighting system at Vinh Stadium in 1980. Photo: German experts participating in the reconstruction of Vinh CityVinh Stadium has now been upgraded and expanded to be more modern, serving the football viewing needs of the people of the province. Photo: Sach NguyenThe Vietnamese-German Children's Cultural House was first named Ten Lo Man. Photo courtesyThe Viet Duc Children's Cultural House is still a favorite destination for parents when they bring their children to study and play. Photo: Quang AnHistoric flood in 1978. Photo: German expert group participating in the reconstruction of Vinh CityGerman experts participated in building a dike to prevent flooding in Ben Thuy in 1978. Photo: German experts participating in the reconstruction of Vinh CityConstruction of drainage pipes in Vinh City in 1975. Photo: German expert group participating in the reconstruction of Vinh CityAfter 50 years since the post-war reconstruction, Vinh city today is more modern, full of vitality, striving to become the economic and cultural center of the region. Photo: Nguyen Sach
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