Unity Creates Miracles
There are historical moments that prove when millions of hearts beat as one, an entire nation can transform its destiny. August 1945 was such an autumn - when the aspiration for independence resonated into a symphony of collective hope. From those harmonious notes, we look back to witness how the power of unity continues to quietly shape our present and illuminate our future.
Origins and Resonance
On August 19, 1945, at the Opera House Square in Hanoi, the cry "Independence!" echoed through the air. That magnificent call swiftly swept across Huế, Hai Phong, Nam Định, Thanh Hóa, the Central Highlands, and Việt Bắc—each region contributing its rhythm to compose a symphony of freedom's yearning.
Southern Footsteps
August 25, 1945 - Saigon erupted. Columns of Pioneer Youth in white shirts and red armbands marched toward the Norodom Palace. From North to South, millions of footsteps moved in unison, affirming that the August Revolution's miracle belonged to the entire nation.
Enduring Strength
The August Revolution left us with a profound lesson: when united in spirit, the seemingly impossible becomes reality. A single cry of "Independence!" that year merged with the collective heartbeat of a nation. We understand that peace is not inevitable - it is forged by millions of hands working together, millions of hearts willing to sacrifice for a free homeland.
Preserving Historical Spirit, Building a Radiant Future
If patriotism in wartime meant readiness to fight for independence, then in peacetime, that same spirit continues through preserving peace, cherishing traditional values, and nurturing cultural identity. Each generation has its own way of loving the country, but the common thread remains unity and a sense of responsibility toward the homeland.
A Message from Toong
At Toong, we consider inheriting and promoting this spirit as part of our mission. Within this workspace, thousands of people from diverse backgrounds, professions, and cultures come together, sharing and harmonizing to create new values. This is how we both keep historical memories resonating forever while joining hands to illuminate a Vietnam that grows more confident, proud, and worthy of admiration.
Creators: Bùi Bích Trà My, Nguyễn Thạch Thảo
