30 Powerful Poems Celebrating Independence Day: A Collection

On September 2, Vietnam celebrates its Independence Day, marking the birth of a strong and beautiful nation. To commemorate this significant day, numerous poems have been composed, and below is a collection of 30 meaningful poems to celebrate Vietnam’s National Day.

Vietnam’s National Day: The Birth of a Nation

1. Independence Day, Thinking of Uncle Ho

I stand in historic Ba Dinh,

Bowing before the resting soul within the mausoleum,

Offering incense with a pure heart,

Praying for peace and prosperity for our beloved country.

In the warm sun, I feel your presence, Uncle Ho,

Standing in the square, reading the Declaration of Independence,

Your voice, calm and resolute, resonates through time,

Placing the people at the heart of our nation’s foundation.

Your teachings, Uncle, still echo in our hearts today,

Filling us with pride for our beloved country,

Grateful for your selfless dedication to our nation,

We vow to pass on your legacy from generation to generation.

We pledge to defeat hunger and poverty,

Eradicating them from our beloved land,

Nurturing the young generation like tender seedlings,

And ensuring education for all, leaving no one behind.

Today, our nation embraces renewal and change,

With each citizen filled with joy and hope,

Guided by your vision, Uncle Ho,

We strive for excellence in agriculture, industry, and fisheries.

Poet: Nguyen Hai

2. National Day Celebration (September 2)

On this victorious day, the people rejoice,

Recalling the happy memories of decades past,

Our entire nation, in this solemn moment, is filled with emotion,

As the red and gold flag of our nation proudly waves.

Our beloved leader, Uncle Ho, faced countless dangers,

With unwavering determination, he led us through trials and tribulations,

His brilliant strategies vanquished our enemies,

Guiding us through hunger and hardship, always leading from the front.

On the battlefield, his voice rang out above the din of war,

Urging our troops to break through and secure our homeland,

His leadership brought us victory, filling our hearts with pride,

And now, we celebrate in peace, as he had always wished.

Through his dedication to education, he earned the title “Uncle,”

Trading his life of comfort for the betterment of our nation,

May his dream of lasting peace come true,

And may future generations never forget his sacrifices.

Poet: Nguyen Bay

3. 73rd National Day (September 2, 2018)

On this Independence Day, the moon shines bright,

Our nation is at peace, and dreams come true,

Uncle Ho’s vision of standing tall among nations is realized,

As our country thrives and prospers.

United as one, we celebrate our National Day,

Gazing at the sky and the earth with joy and gratitude,

Our hearts are light and our spirits high,

As we feel the fulfillment of our dreams.

Poet: Binh An Linh Chi

4. The Glorious History

Our history shines bright with victories,

United, we fought with unwavering determination,

Following the Party’s lead, we took up arms,

Determined to break free from oppression and tyranny.

We marched forward, breaking the chains that bound us,

Bringing prosperity and glory to our beloved land,

The Declaration, read by Uncle Ho, still echoes,

Fulfilling the legacy of our ancestors, the Lac Hong descendants.

Source: Collected Works

5. Forever in Our Hearts

The Revolution of August brought us success,

Led by the Party, we fought with unwavering determination,

Breaking free from oppression, demanding the right to live,

Winning our freedom and shattering the chains that bound us.

The Declaration of Independence rang out across the land,

Our pledge of self-rule echoed through the mountains and rivers,

August shines brightly in the annals of history,

Honoring our ancestors for a thousand years to come.

Source: Collected Works

6. In Memory of a Great Leader

Sixty-eight autumns have come and gone since that fateful day,

Yet the warmth of Uncle Ho’s presence still fills Ba Dinh,

The red flag flutters in the wind, a symbol of our unity,

As we celebrate our independence with harmony and democracy.

We cherish the freedom won with blood and sacrifice,

Determined to preserve peace and happiness for generations to come,

Reminding each other of the price paid for our liberty,

So that our nation may forever stand tall and proud.

Source: Collected Works

National Day: A Sea of Red and Gold Flags

7. The Spirit of a Thousand Years

For decades, the people of Vietnam have remembered,

The day our beloved Uncle Ho read the Declaration,

Standing tall in Ba Dinh Square under the warm sun,

His voice calling out to the people of our nation.

That autumn, his words resonated with our souls,

Stirring the hearts of millions with the dream of freedom,

“Fellow citizens, hear my words clearly…

His silhouette, forever imprinted in our hearts.

United as one, we rose against oppression,

Uniting the North and the South as one family,

And on this day, our nation is adorned with flags and flowers,

Echoing the spirit of our ancestors’ victories.

Poet: Phan Trung

8. Celebrating National Day

Oh, my beloved country, how I love you so!

National Day arrives, adorned with golden stars and red flags,

On every street and path, near and far,

The colors of our nation, soaked in the blood of our ancestors.

This historic day in autumn, forever etched in our memories,

Stirs our souls with passion and devotion,

In our hearts, we carry the flame of patriotism,

And our eyes shine with tears of joy and gratitude.

Through the changes, let us hold fast to our beliefs,

Keeping our nation’s flag vibrant and proud,

Asking ourselves, what more can we do for our country?

To stand tall and proud among the nations of the world.

Our love for our homeland shines bright,

Filling our hearts with joy and hope,

And though sadness may linger, our love remains strong,

For the land of our mothers, Vietnam, our eternal love.

Poet: Trong Phao

9. A Heroic Legacy

Our history shines with the glory of battle,

Honoring the legacy of our brave ancestors,

United in heart and mind, we fought for our nation,

Sacrificing ourselves to protect our beloved land.

We rose up, breaking the chains of oppression,

Waving the blood-stained flag of our nation with pride,

Our hearts beat as one, filled with enthusiasm.

Source: Collected Works

10. Following in Uncle Ho’s Footsteps

In Ba Dinh, a shining star illuminates the sky,

The image of Uncle Ho forever etched in our hearts and minds,

A brave leader with a passionate heart,

Who dedicated his life to the freedom and happiness of our people.

Thanks to his sacrifices, our nation thrives in peace and harmony,

And we vow to uphold his noble character and integrity,

Keeping his teachings close to our hearts, never forgetting,

Striving for excellence with unwavering determination.

We forge our minds and bodies, never resting,

Sharpening our ideas and aiming for greater heights,

Eradicating the remnants of foreign invaders,

As our nation blooms with the splendor of victory.

Like the mighty dragon and fairy, our strength is unmatched,

And our red flags wave proudly across the land.

Poet: Huy Le

11. Oh, Uncle Ho!

This morning, our nation rejoices and sings,

Celebrating our independence and the glory of our homeland,

Gathered in Ba Dinh, we offer our respects,

Bowing before our beloved Uncle Ho, our father.

This afternoon, tears fall like raindrops,

As the sky weeps alongside us, mourning our loss,

Together, as a nation, we grieve for our beloved leader,

Who is no longer with us on this day of celebration.

A lifetime dedicated to our nation and its people,

His selfless love and dedication will be remembered forever,

In our hearts, we honor his noble spirit and kindness,

And though he is gone, his legacy lives on in our hearts.

Our nation has flourished and grown strong,

Yet we long for his presence, our beloved Uncle Ho,

Though forty-nine springs have passed since he left us,

We yearn to show him our achievements and share our joy.

Oh, Uncle Ho, we have established an altar in your honor,

Lighting incense and praying for your blessings and protection,

Your spirit lives on in our hearts, forever wise and loving,

Guiding us towards a brighter future, just as you had wished.

Source: Collected Works

12. Independence Day

On the second day of September, the rain falls gently,

A cool breeze blows, reminding us of days long past,

In Ba Dinh Square, under the morning sun,

Our people gathered to hear Uncle Ho’s words.

The Declaration of Independence rang out across the land,

Filling the air with joy and hope, mingling with the morning sun,

Our people rejoiced, their eyes shining with tears of happiness,

As the sound of Uncle Ho’s voice echoed through the years.

Seventy-three autumns have come and gone,

Yet his beloved image remains in our hearts,

His smile, a beacon of light, shining upon us,

His love for our people, an eternal flame that never fades.

Today, the rain has stopped, and our people celebrate,

Walking the streets of our cities and towns with joy and pride,

The flags of our nation wave proudly in the wind,

As we celebrate our independence with overflowing emotions.

Poet: Huyen Men

13. The Declaration of Independence

On September 2, 1945, in historic Ba Dinh,

The Declaration of Independence rang out across the land,

Uncle Ho’s voice, strong and clear, proclaimed our freedom,

Echoing through the ages, a testament to our nation’s strength.

The Fascists and Colonialists, struck with fear,

Fled before the might of our Democratic Republic of Vietnam,

Our nation’s name, proudly inscribed on the world map,

As our red and gold flag waved proudly in the wind.

Source: Collected Works

The Spirit of National Day

14. A Historic Autumn

Uncle Ho, a true visionary and leader,

Guided our people with unwavering dedication,

Driving out the invaders and breaking free from oppression,

Overthrowing the feudal system and claiming our independence.

Across the land, the people rose up with determination,

Their heroic deeds shining bright in our history,

And in the autumn, Uncle Ho’s voice rang out,

Proclaiming our freedom and lighting the path to glory.

Source: Collected Works

15. My Country

On the day Uncle Ho named our country (Vietnam – Democratic Republic),

I was born, welcomed by the light of a new dawn,

Seventy-three years have passed, and the Red River flows with youthful vigor,

While Ho Guom Lake remains as clear as a maiden’s eyes.

“Once a land of darkness and night,

Now shines bright with the light of day,”

Our nation has grown and matured,

And Uncle Ho, returning after so long, finds himself in a blooming garden.

Once a young girl, now a wise grandmother,

Her chest adorned with the medals of a heroic mother,

Our nation’s age is measured in centuries,

While our people count their years on their fingers.

Seventy-three years is but a brief moment in history,

And yet, our cities and