"Mật Lệnh Đêm" Portrays Revolutionary Security Forces

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Vietnam People's Security Force (July 12, 1946 - July 12, 2026), Hanoi's Police Department organized a historical reenactment event titled "Mật Lệnh Đêm" (Night Secret Order) on the evening of July 3rd at the Hanoi Police Museum. The event vividly portrayed the story of the "Case No. 7 Ôn Như Hầu," highlighting the silent dedication and bravery of revolutionary security officers who ventured into danger to protect the nation's newly won independence. Eighty years ago, in the nascent days of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, the revolutionary government faced immense challenges. Reactionary forces, both domestic and foreign, colluded and actively engaged in espionage, sabotage, and riots, aiming to overthrow the revolutionary administration. During this critical period, the first generation of revolutionary security officers demonstrated absolute loyalty to the Party, unwavering political mettle, ingenuity, courage, and selfless sacrifice. The successful resolution of Case No. 7 Ôn Như Hầu marked a significant milestone in the history of the People's Security Force. It helped thwart the subversive plots of reactionary forces, protected the young revolutionary government, bolstered public confidence, and laid a crucial foundation for the victory of the Vietnamese revolution. This achievement not only thwarted the attempt to incite riots and overthrow the government but also affirmed the steadfast loyalty, intellect, and bravery of the early revolutionary security officers towards the Party, the Fatherland, and the people. Colonel Nguyễn Tiến Đạt, Deputy Director of the Hanoi Police Department, stated in his opening remarks that the history of the People's Security Force is written not only through recognized victories but also through the countless silent sacrifices of officers who quietly faced peril to safeguard the Party, the revolutionary government, and the peaceful lives of the people. This reenactment is a highlight of the unit's 80th-anniversary activities, aimed at honoring the generations of People's Security officers who fought and sacrificed heroically for national independence and the well-being of the people. It also serves to educate about revolutionary traditions and foster pride and responsibility among officers and the public. "Mật Lệnh Đêm" draws inspiration from real historical materials, figures, and events, recreating the special context of the country in the early years after the August 1945 Revolution, when the newly acquired independence faced numerous trials, and the fate of the revolutionary government hung precariously. By reenacting the feat of uncovering Case No. 7 Ôn Như Hầu, the program not only recounts a historical event but also portrays the image of revolutionary security officers who silently stepped into danger to protect the nation's hard-won independence. The reenactment is an effort by the Capital Police to narrate history through the language of experience and emotion. Developed as a historical reenactment, the program integrates performing arts, architectural space, museum artifacts, sound, lighting, and modern projection technology to provide the audience with an authentic and emotionally resonant experience. Viewers are immersed in the historical setting, gaining a deeper appreciation for the sacrifices and contributions of past generations in defending the revolutionary government in its early days. A unique aspect of the program is its venue: the Hanoi Police Museum, which houses numerous valuable documents and artifacts reflecting the development, struggles, and growth of the People's Police force. This initiative also represents the Hanoi Police's endeavor to leverage the historical materials and artifacts preserved in the museum, transforming it into a space for education, experience, and the dissemination of historical values to the public.