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Held at the historic square where President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence on September 2, 1945, the ceremony draws residents and visitors from Hanoi and neighbouring provinces.

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From the early hours, large crowds gather outside the National Assembly building, across from Ba Dinh Square, waiting for the solemn flag-raising ceremony to begin.

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Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum stands in the early morning light on September 1, as Hanoi prepares for the National Day flag-raising ceremony at Ba Dinh Square.

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Guards of honour carry out ceremonial duties at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum ahead of the National Day flag-raising ceremony.

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Residents and visitors watch attentively as the National Day flag-raising ceremony unfolds at Ba Dinh Square.

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The flag-raising team marches onto the ceremonial platform at 5:45 a.m.

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The ceremonial formation takes position for the National Day flag-raising ceremony at Ba Dinh Square.

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The ceremonial formation stands ready as residents watch from behind, awaiting the flag-raising ceremony.

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Three flag bearers move toward the flagpole as preparations for the flag-raising ceremony begin.

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The national flag is raised in a solemn National Day ceremony at Ba Dinh Square.

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The national anthem rings out as the flag is raised in a solemn ceremony.

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The national flag is raised to the top of the 29-metre flagpole.

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The national flag flies proudly in the morning breeze.

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Following the flag-raising ceremony, the soldiers march past Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.

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Many people take photos with their families and loved ones at Ba Dinh Square, capturing a memorable moment after the solemn ceremony.

Solemn National Day flag-raising ceremony held at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi

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