Tamashiro, RoyJournal of Philosophy & History of EducationTamashiro, R. (2014). Vietnam's war-memorial museums: Diverse narratives and multiple histories searching for identity. Journal of Philosophy and History of Education, 64(1), 111-133....
The War Remnants Museum in Saigon/HoChiMinh City is the best of the four museums there that would be of interest to weapons enthusiasts who visit Vietnam. Among the displays of such equipment is a suppressed M3A1 Greasegun with original Bell Labs 2-stage suppressor on it, an Uzi and a co...
This is an iconic monument in Hanoi made up of parts of US aircraft downed over Hanoi during the war against the Americans and along side is the flag tower which is also situated in the grounds. However, the aircraft exhibits which formed part of the museum are no longer there and have...
Back in the days of the American War, this was one of the most dangerous roads in the world. There is a former American bunker on the top, and the views are just WOWing you. Have a look on the photo below. You can join as well organized tours with other travelers from Hoi An to ...
Surrounded by Laos, Cambodia and China is the country of Vietnam, an amazing destination in the heart of Southeast Asia. Ravaged by war multiple times, Vietnam is a country with a rich history as well as a past filled with turbulence. Despite that, howev
Move south of Hoan Kiem Lake and explore Hanoi’s French Quarter, a historic neighbourhood with a dark past – one that is remembered in the various museums nestled in the area. The Vietnam National Museum of History is the country’s best history museum, featuring exhibits that begin...
The most scenic spot in Da Nang is arguably My Khe Beach. Also known as China Beach, this was where US servicemen were helicoptered in for R&R during the Vietnam War. These days people come here however for tis pristine white sand, blue water and sunny skies. ...
The dreamy city of Hue, which lies in the center of Vietnam, is home to a variety of attractions that are well worth visiting, including emperors' tombs, war-torn temples, museums, pagodas, and... Vietnam Travel Guide: Best Things to Do in Hanoi Though home to well-preserved colon...
Vietnam has been through a lot of war in the last hundred years, including a civil war and the war for independence from France. Tales of the country’s turbulent history are told in the various war museums throughout the country, including the War Remnants Museum and Hoa Lo Prison. Due...
including the Imperial Palace at Hue, the ancient city of Hoian, and Da Nang - now a beach-side city, but with many wartime memories too. Both Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi have important museums covering the war, with a strong narrative that gives a powerful insight into the Vietnamese ...