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    BONDED BY TRAGEDY: Former US Army photographer Ronald L. Haeberle (first left) poses for a photo with Trần Văn Đức (first right) and his sisters Trần Thị Hà (second left) and Trần Thị Mỹ - three survivors of the Mỹ Lai massacre. Photo courtesy of Trần Văn Đức   It’s been 51 years since former US Army photographer Ronald L Haeberle documented the tragic Mỹ Lai Massacre on March 16, 1968, when 504 unarmed villagers – 182 women, and 173 children and infants – in the centre of now Tịnh Khê Commune, in Sơn Tịnh District, were killed by soldiers of Charlie Company, under the command of Lieutenant Willam Calley Jr.   Two children on a trail between rice fields that were photographed by Haeberle were later identified as survivors of the massacre. By Công Thành  Trần Văn Đức, 58, … [Read more...] about Sad memories come to light

It’s been 51 years since former US Army photographer Ronald L Haeberle documented the tragic Mỹ Lai Massacre on March 16, 1968, when 504 unarmed villagers – 182 women, and 173 children and infants – in the centre of now Tinh Khe Commune, in Son Tinh District, were killed by soldiers of Charlie Company, under the command of Lieutenant Willam Calley Jr. Two children on a trail between rice fields that were photographed by Haeberle were later identified as survivors of the massacre. Tran Van Duc, 58, returned to Mỹ Lai Village – where his mother and sister were buried in a mass grave of 75 villagers killed by American troops in a massacre in 1968 – earlier this year during a visit back to Vietnam. My Lai memorial sends message of peace Park built in memory of My Lai massacre in Quang Ngai Survivor writes book on My Lai massacre BONDED BY TRAGEDY: Former US Army photographer Ronald L. Haeberle (first left) poses for a photo with Trần … [Read more...] about My Lai Massacre survivors remember horrific tragedy

Vietnam opened the scoreboard in the 26th minute after Indonesia's clumsy clearance enabled an easy tap-in by Do Duy Manh. At the 53rd minute, Do Hung Dung was slide-tackled in Indonesia’s box, earning a penalty for Vietnam. Que Ngoc Hai did not miss this opportunity, scoring the second goal for Vietnam. At the 57th minute, Nguyen Van Toan was presented with a chance to score, but an Indonesian player cleared it. Vietnamese footballers Not long later, at the 61st minute, Nguyen Tien Linh scored on a one-on-one after a pass from Nguyen Trong Hoang. At the 72nd minute, Beto Goncalves' shot nearly went into Dang Van Lam's goal, but the keeper had the situation in control. Twelve minutes later, Indonesia scored their first goal thanks to a shot that sailed past three Vietnamese defenders and goalkeeper. The second half went on with five additional minutes. At the 94th minute, Otavio Dutra fouled Nguyen Quang Hai in the area. But this time, Do Hung Dung failed … [Read more...] about World Cup qualifiers: Vietnam earns second victory after beating Indonesia 3-1

>>> Hanoi FC’s manager highly confident for inter-zone final 1st leg Hanoi captain Nguyen Van Quyet’s goal in the 21st minute cancelled Rim Chol-min’s early opener for 4.25. Papa Kebe’s effort at the half hour mark seemed to seal the match for the hosts, but Kim Yu-song’s long range effort in the 87th minute helped the visitors leave Hanoi’s Hang Day Stadium as the happier of the two sides. 4.25 SC’s two away goals definitely will be a huge advantage when they welcome Hanoi in Pyongyang in the second leg on October 2 as the DPR Korea’s side have not yet tasted defeat at home in this year’s tournament. Hanoi were the dominant side for almost all of the match but their wastefulness in front of keeper An Tae-Song’s goal cost them the 2-2 draw and put the reigning V.League champions in pressure in the second leg if they want to make history for Vietnamese football. Hanoi’s starting XI against 4.25 SC during the … [Read more...] about Wasteful Hanoi forced to 2-2 draw with 4.25 SC

Vietnam continued their campaign in Asia’s second qualifying round for the 2022 FIFA World Cup with a convincing 3-1 win over Indonesia in their Group G encounter in Bali on Tuesday evening. This is Vietnam’s second consecutive victory within five days after they put one goal past Malaysia in Hanoi last Thursday. The first 25 minutes of the match passed with few notable chances for either side. In the 26th minute, Doan Van Hau received the ball from Nguyen Quang Hai’s corner kick, drawing away the attention of the Indonesian defensive line, but the SC Heerenveen star could not convert his header. As a host defender failed to clear the ball, Do Duy Manh touched the ball in from close range and opened the scoring spree for Vietnam. Do Duy Manh scores the first goal for Vietnam. Video: VTV The hosts could not find an equalizer in the remainder of the first half, and both teams headed for the changing room at 1-0 on the … [Read more...] about Vietnam cruise past Indonesia in second FIFA World Cup qualification triumph