Vietnam Collects Remains of Female Guerrilla Fighter Nguyen Thi Ut

In Can Tho City, southern Vietnam, a collection operation for the remains of female guerrilla fighter Nguyen Thi Ut (alias Ut Mom), who served during the war against the US, was conducted on July 22. The operation was a collaboration between Detachment K90 of Can Tho City, the provisional team for collecting and organizing martyr remains in the city, and the administrative authorities of Truong Long Tay village. The remains were discovered on the land of Mr. Nguyen Van Man in Truong Tho Hamlet, Truong Long Tay village. According to eyewitness accounts and former comrades who served together in the Tan Hoa Village Female Guerrilla Platoon during the anti-US resistance, Ut died in combat in this area around August 1969 and was buried by her comrades. After the excavation and collection of the remains were completed, the remains of female guerrilla fighter Nguyen Thi Ut were transported to the Can Tho City Martyrs' Cemetery to await a memorial service and burial in accordance with regulations. On the day of the operation, from early morning, officials and soldiers from relevant departments were busily carrying out preparatory work in a solemn atmosphere. The deployment of forces and equipment, along with logistical support, was meticulously arranged, contributing to the smooth progress of the excavation and ensuring respect for the deceased and gratitude for their contributions to national liberation. This collection of remains is seen as part of a national effort to preserve the historical memory of the Vietnam War (anti-US resistance) and to honor the sacrifices of fallen soldiers. Under Vietnam's single-party communist system, mourning and honoring war dead hold significant importance for national cohesion and fostering patriotism.