(VOVworld) – A memorial park will be built in Khanh Hoa province to pay tribute to 64 fallen combatants in a 1988 battle at Gac Ma island, to protect the country’s sovereignty over Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago in the East Sea. The Khanh Hoa provincial authorities will reserve 2 hectares of land along the route connecting Nha Trang City with Cam Ranh airport and Naval Zone No.4 to build the park. Ho Chi Minh City’s Architectural Association will open a contest to choose the best design for the park.
Flower wreaths released to the sea in commemoration of fallen soldiers at Gac Ma. Photo: internet
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The park is expected to satisfy desires of people nationwide to pay tribute to the fallen soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the defense of national maritime sovereignty.