Đàm Văn Ngụy (1927–2015) was a lieutenant-general in the People's Army of Vietnam (PAVN) active during all three Indochina Wars. He led the 7th Infantry Division in the Battle of An Lộc, and the 316th Division in the Battle of Ban Me Thuot.[1][2]
Lieutenant General Đàm Văn Ngụy | |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | Văn Chung May 1, 1927 Thạch An, Cao Bằng, Tonkin (French protectorate) |
| Died | February 15, 2015 (aged 87) Hà Nội, Việt Nam |
| Political party | Communist Party of Vietnam |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  Democratic Republic of Vietnam and later Vietnam |
| Branch/service | People's Army of Vietnam |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
| Battles/wars | |
| Awards | Hero of the People's Armed Forces |
Early years
editĐàm Văn Ngụy was born in Thạch An District of Cao Bằng province on 1st May 1927. He joined Việt Minh in July 1942, then Armed Propaganda Unit for National Liberation in January 1945.[3]
Military career
editIn July 1956, Đàm Văn Ngụy was awarded the Hero of the People's Armed Forces. In February 1960, he was appointed to commander of the 174th Regiment of the 316th Division.[3]
In Battle of Dak To, Đàm Văn Ngụy commanded the 174th Regiment (Cao - Bắc - Lạng Regiment) (in the formation of the 1st Infantry Division) fighting against U.S. Army 173rd Airborne Brigade.[2]
In Battle of Lộc Ninh and Battle of An Lộc, Senior Colonel Ngụy led the 7th Infantry Division blocking National Route 13 section between An Lộc and Chơn Thành for 150 days from 5th April 1972 to 28th August 1972.[1][4]
References
edit- ^ a b "Lieutenant general Đàm Văn Ngụy passed away". baothainguyen.vn. Retrieved 11 September 2024.
- ^ a b "Lietenant general Đàm Văn Ngụy and fierce battles". qdnd.vn. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
- ^ a b "Lieutenant general Đàm Văn Ngụy". baocaobang.vn. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
- ^ "Tàu Ô - Xóm Ruộng intersection in Nguyễn Huệ Campaign 1972". baobinhphuoc.com.vn. Retrieved 11 September 2024.