Exhibition on former Hoa Lo prisoners to celebrate 60th liberation anniversary
VGP - An array photos and documents, featuring former Hoa Lo prisoners one of Indochina’s largest and its political inmates is being showcased at an exhibition at Hoa Lo prison historical site in Ha Noi.
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Hoa Lo Prison in Ha Noi |
Nearly 160 photos documents and artifacts reflect revolutionary soldiers’ sacrifice and resilient fighting spirit.
The exhibition depicts the ex-prison’s architectural traits and the notoriously punishing regime imposed on the political inmates, who were revolutionary leaders and soldiers.
The exhibition is divided into three parts, including Hoa Lo prison – one of the largest prisons under the French occupation; contributions to the liberation of Ha Noi; former Hoa Lo prisoners and the cause of national construction and defence.
As part of activities to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the capital's Liberation Day (October 10, 1954 – 2014), the exhibition is organised by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and will run from September 30 to October 10.
The prison was built by the French between 1886 and 1901 during their period of colonial rule.
By Vien Nhu
