Ha Tinh Dong Loc T-junction

Over 20 billion VND to upgrade Dong Loc T-junction relic site

The central province of Ha Tinh, along with many organizations and individuals has invested more than 20 billion VND to upgrade Dong Loc T-junction historical relic site to mark 40 years of Dong Loc victory.

Every year, about 90,000 visitors nationwide visit and offer incense at Dong Loc T-junction – a historical relic site well-known for the story of 10 young female volunteers who sacrificed themselves to US bombs while ensuring transportation in the Ho chi minh trail. All of them were unmarried.

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Over 20 billion VND to upgrade Dong Loc T-junction relic site

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