Cannons practice firing at Bach Dang wharf in preparation for the April 30th celebration

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On the evening of April 8, a cannon firing drill took place at Bach Dang Wharf (HCMC) with the participation of 233 officers and soldiers of Brigade 96 (Artillery Corps). This activity is to prepare for the 50th Anniversary of National Reunification (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025).

Crowds of locals and tourists gathered around early to watch the 15 cannons fire (prime shot).

The 105mm gun is placed on a stand, ready for the rehearsal.

On the artillery field, the troops were divided into 5 platoons, each with 3 guns and 3 people on duty, practicing firing 21 shots in turn.

The firing time is fast, about a minute. The bullets used in the official ceremony use a propellant that burns quickly, burns cleanly, and produces little white smoke instead of black smoke when fired.

After the training session, the team will preserve the artillery and weapons to ensure the best technical condition for the following days of mission.

When the artillery firing practice ended, many locals and tourists enjoyed taking pictures. The artillery site was always guarded by soldiers, and locals were not allowed to enter but were free to visit outside the red fence.

Excitedly checking in with the 105mm cannons, Ms. Nguyen Thi Dang Vinh felt very happy and proud to see the heavy weapons owned by the Vietnam People's Army.

The artillery positions were aligned on a flat surface to create a uniform explosion. Outside was a fence with 250 posts and carpets about 90m long.

Soldiers conduct training exercises in the afternoon of the same day.

From April 8 until the parade, the artillery team will practice daily, mainly with shells that do not contain gunpowder. On April 18 and 22, the artillery team will practice with the military band and the signal force.

According to the plan, the 50th Anniversary of National Reunification Day will include a military parade with about 13,000 people, firing 21 cannon shots to the Vietnamese National Anthem. The air force will use helicopters, Yak-130, Su-30MK2 to fly the welcome.

Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/dan-dai-bac-tap-khai-hoa-o-ben-bach-dang-chuan-bi-dai-le-30-4-2389152.html