Văn Tiến Dũng

Vietnamese general and Minister of Defence

Văn Tiến Dũng - Vietnamese general and Minister of Defence
Born

May 2nd, 1917
107 years ago

Died

March 17th, 2002
22 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Vietnam

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Served as the sixth Minister of Defence of Vietnam from 1974 to 1987. Played a significant role in the Vietnam War, commanding the North Vietnamese Army during key offensives. Participated in various military strategies leading to the reunification of Vietnam. After the war, contributed to the military reform policies within the country until retirement. Influenced defense policies during a pivotal time in Vietnam's history.

Commanded the North Vietnamese Army during the Fall of Saigon in 1975

Served as Minister of Defence from 1974 to 1987

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