‘Steel Roses’ of the Saigon Special Forces Unit (A50) train under the sun for Vietnam’s 50th Reunification Day parade.

Despite the scorching heat, 127 female soldiers from the Saigon Special Forces Unit (A50) - known as Vietnam’s ‘Steel Roses’ - are relentlessly training for their upcoming performance in the 50th Reunification Day military parade.

To perfect their marching formations, these dedicated female soldiers have spent nearly three months on the training grounds, fine-tuning every step, arm movement, and head turn to achieve flawless synchronization.

The grand military parade and procession commemorating 50 years since the reunification of Vietnam will take place on April 30, 2025, along Le Duan Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.

These elite female soldiers represent the spirit, resilience, and heroism of the Saigon Special Forces, whose legacy dates back to the Vietnam War. Today, they continue to embody discipline, strength, and patriotism as they prepare for this historic event.

Phuoc Sang