Da Nang City Seeks Information on Nearly 300 Fallen Soldiers' Graves in Hon Tau Mountain Area

Da Nang City's Military Command is broadly appealing to former soldiers and citizens for information to identify approximately 300 fallen soldiers' graves believed to be buried in the Hon Tau Mountain area, linked to 'Hospital 78,' which was reportedly active during the Vietnam War (anti-US resistance). According to the city's Military Command, this information stems from initial intelligence gathered by former soldier Le Dinh Hung during his search for his relatives' remains. Mr. Hung was told by two female liaison officers who operated in the former Quang Nam province that Hospital 78 treated wounded soldiers, and those who died in combat were buried nearby. Specifically, the Ta La - Hon Quam area is said to have three burial sites with around 300 graves. Initial cross-referencing of documents suggests that Hospital 78 operated in the Hon Tau Mountain region, then part of Quang Nam province, in November 1969. However, authorities need to accurately verify the connection between the place name Hon Quam and Hon Tau Mountain, the precise locations of the burial sites, and the number and names of the fallen soldiers. The Da Nang City Military Command requests former soldiers, relatives, and personnel who served or fought in the Quang Nam 44th Front or Hospital 78 between 1968 and 1972 to provide information regarding their units, operational areas, and the names of those who perished. Specific information can be sent to Major Cao Van Long, Policy Department, Political Department, Da Nang City Military Command, via phone at 0963.053.252. This initiative is a crucial step towards honoring the dignity of fallen soldiers and bringing solace to their families. Under Vietnam's one-party system, the state prioritizes the commemoration of war casualties and care for their families, making such remains collection and identification efforts a matter of significant social interest. Furthermore, amidst tense relations with China, it may also serve to strengthen domestic unity.