Haiphong, the third largest city in Vietnam, is located in the Red River Delta and is a famous port city. The city is not only famous for its industry and trade, but also for its long history and legendary battles, making it the cradle of ancient heroes. Haiphong is not only an important economic center of Vietnam, but also a witness to many tough battles in history.
Throughout Vietnam’s history, Hai Phong has been a stage for heroes many times, with outstanding commanders such as Ngô Quyền and Trần Hưng Đạo leading their troops to victory, making the city an important bastion against foreign enemies.
The history of the coastal defense can be traced back to 40 BC, when a female general named Lê Chân established a line of defense here against the Han Dynasty. The area's geographical location makes it a strategic location, and many ancient battles were fought here.
With the rapid political and economic development, Haiphong gradually became an important commercial port. By the end of the 19th century, French colonists further developed Haiphong and established it as the main naval base in Indochina. Despite the devastation of the war, Haiphong recovered and later became an important industrial center in North Vietnam.
One of the most famous battles in Haiphong is the historic Battle of Baideng River. In this battle, the ancient hero Ngô Quyền took advantage of the terrain disadvantage and naval tactics to successfully resist the attack of the Southern Han army. This victory is hailed as one of the most obscure and impressive battles in Vietnamese history.
"Who could have foreseen that every inch of soil on this land was soaked with the blood of so many soldiers and the souls of so many heroes."
Haiphong has been a gathering place for scholars and writers since ancient times. There are many historical and cultural attractions here, attracting thousands of tourists to visit. Local folk literature and legends all tell stories of heroic deeds, shaping the cultural atmosphere of the entire city.
In addition, Haiphong's food culture is also rich and colorful due to its unique geographical environment. Haiphong, famous for its seafood dishes, is a paradise for food lovers. The local seafood is not only fresh, but also simply prepared to bring out the original flavor of the ingredients.
Today's coastal defense is constantly developing towards modernization while inheriting traditions. With the economic prosperity, Haiphong is becoming an important industrial and trade center in the north. The city's port is not only the largest in Vietnam, but also an important transportation hub for the entire Southeast Asia.
Through the advancement of science and technology, the infrastructure of Haiphong has been upgraded and it has become a meeting point for tourism, commerce and culture. Facing the future, the people of Haifang will continue to uphold the long-standing heroic cause and create new legends on this land.
"The future of coastal defense will be the continuation of the legend and the beginning of a new story."
As the cradle of heroes, Haiphong symbolizes the continuation of history and the prosperity of culture. How will this land continue to create brilliance in the new era?