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At Cu Chi 50 miles from Saigon ex Vietcong Minh soldier shows part of the 200 mile
At Cu Chi 50 miles from Saigon ex Vietcong Minh soldier shows part of the 200 mile network of tunnels which the Vietcong used as a central staging point during the war against the French and later the Americans and South Vietnamese
Daily Mirror
mirrorpix
Vietnam
WA*453673
Media ID 21514788
© Mirrorpix
Lamp Soldier Tunnel Underground Vietnam War
Greetings Card (A5)
Step back in time with our At Cu Chi greeting card from Media Storehouse's Memory Lane Prints collection. This evocative card features an ex-Vietcong Minh soldier, proudly displaying a section of the 200-mile tunnel network at Cu Chi, just 50 miles from Saigon. A powerful reminder of the history and resilience of the Vietnamese people during the war against the French. Perfect for history enthusiasts or those with a deep appreciation for the past, this card adds a unique touch to your messages of friendship, appreciation, or congratulations. Order yours today and let the story of the past be part of your present.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to the heart of the Vietnam War. At Cu Chi, located 50 miles from Saigon, an ex-Vietcong Minh soldier proudly displays a section of the extensive tunnel network that spanned over 200 miles. These tunnels served as a crucial hub for the Vietcong during their relentless fight against both French and American forces, as well as their South Vietnamese allies. The image transports us to a time when conflict was at its peak in this war-torn region. The soldier's weathered face tells stories of resilience and determination amidst unimaginable hardships. With his hand resting on part of the underground labyrinth, we can only begin to fathom the strategic significance these tunnels held for guerrilla warfare. The dimly lit tunnel behind him reveals just a fraction of what lay beneath the surface – a complex web of passages that provided shelter, communication routes, supply storage, and even makeshift hospitals for Vietcong fighters. The lamp he carries serves as a symbol of hope in this dark underworld where survival meant outsmarting one's enemies at every turn. As we gaze upon this poignant snapshot captured in the 1970s by Daily Mirror photographers, it reminds us not only of the immense sacrifices made by those involved but also sheds light on how history is shaped by individuals who dare to challenge power structures and fight for what they believe in – no matter how daunting or unconventional their methods may be.
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