Vietnam (P 94) banknote 20 Đồng (1985) - UNC ZI series

Ho Chi Minh, also known as "Uncle Ho", is one of the most important figures in modern Vietnamese history. Born Nguyễn Sinh Cung on May 19, 1890, he played a key role during his lifetime in the struggle for Vietnam's independence from colonial rule by France and later in the resistance to foreign intervention.

The Road to Independence

Ho Chi Minh was not only a politician and revolutionary, but also a visionary who seized on the creation of a unified and independent Vietnam. He established the Democratic Republic of Vietnam in 1945, which made possible the long journey of the struggle for freedom that culminated in the unification of the country after the victory in the Vietnam War in 1975. His ideas and leadership were inspired by Marxism-Leninism, but Ho Chi Minh's ability to adapt his ideology to locally familiar conditions

Ho Chi Minh City

Today his name is associated with Vietnam's largest city, formerly known as Saigon. After the country's unification in 1976, the city was renamed Ho Chi Minh City in his honour. Although the official name reflects his legacy, locals often still use the original name Saigon, especially in informal communication.

Icon of national pride

Ho Chi Minh City is a symbol of pride and determination for Vietnamese people. His mausoleum in Hanoi, where his body is preserved, is an important place to visit not only for tourists but also for Vietnamese people who want to commemorate his achievements.