Da Nang recovers remains of five war heroes from Hang Đá Sập after 50 years

The Da Nang Military Command launched an excavation at Hang Đá Sập, a former supply cave in the Hà Nha district that was bombed in April 1969 during the Vietnam War. After a month of preparation, including a scientific briefing and safety assessments, a team of soldiers and engineers traversed more than a kilometre of steep forest terrain to reach the collapsed entrance.

On 12‑13 July, the team cleared debris and uncovered personal items and skeletal fragments. Five sets of human remains, identified as war heroes who perished in the cave, were recovered, flagged with the national flag, and taken to the Đại Đồng war heroes cemetery for a memorial ceremony. The operation highlighted the ongoing effort to locate and honour soldiers still missing after the conflict, despite hazardous conditions and the risk of unexploded ordnance.

The authorities plan further excavations to locate additional remains, referencing historical records that suggest up to eight soldiers may be buried in the site. The effort reflects a broader “500‑day‑night” campaign to bring home missing veterans and underscores the continued reverence for those who sacrificed their lives for the nation.