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The flag was adopted on November 30, 1955. The five-pointed-star symbolizes the five groups of workers in the building of socialism. These include, peasants, soldiers, workers, intellectuals, and youth. Lastly, the red symbolizes the blood shed.

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Population-7.588 million people

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Children go to state-run schools beginning at the age of 4 and continue to college age. The school system has five categories: Kindergarten, primary, secondary, upper-secondary, and university level. Academic success is most important to parents in Vietnam. Children are sent to school at night and on the weekends in order to earn a place at the university. There are private schools in Vietnam which are ran by the people that are investing in the school, much like a magnet school here in the U.S.

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Also know as "Uncle Ho" is one the most iconic figures in Vietnam. He is known for establishing the Indo-Chinese communist party in 1930. He led the Vietnamese nationalist movement for more than three decades, first against the Japanese, then against the French and lastly against the US backing South Vietnam. He became president in 1954 until the time of his death in 1969.

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The mourning period lasts for three years. During this time, family will wear a black piece of cloth to show they are in mourning. They should not visit temples, attend weddings, festivals or parties. They may even delay weddings.

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The Vietnam War or "American War" began in 1954 between North and South Vietnam. In March of 1965, President Johnson ordered combat forces into battle. By 1967, five hundred thousand U.S troops were in Vietnam. In January of 1973, the war between the U.S and North Vietnam came to an end. This was a devastating war, killing many. This includes two million Vietnamese,  three million more were wounded and twelve million became refugees. The U.S. confirmed 58,200 troops dead.

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The most common language spoken in Vietnam is Indonesian. In the majority of schools, the English language is also taught.

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The Buddhist monk chooses the date and time of the ceremony. The bride wears three dresses, one a modern western gown, another western dress and lastly a traditional ao dai. A celebration includes a seven to ten course meal where the bride and groom goes to each table to show their appreciation toward their guests and say thank you.

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This building, located in the center of Ba Dinh square, is the final resting place of the Vietnamese Revolutionary leader, Ho Chi Minh. His body is preserved here in a glass case.

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Meals include rice, noodles, spring rolls, soups, and salad, and dipping sauce. The meal is placed on the table all at once. Each person is given a rice bowl, chopsticks, and a spoon for the soup.  People gather around the table and sit on the floor on a mat.

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A nón lá is a traditional symbol of Vietnamese people. It is made out of palm leaves, bark and bamboo. They have been work for over 3000 years in order to provide protection from the sun, used as a basket to carry items when going to the market, or just to have as a keepsake.

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Buddhism the religion of compassion. It is believed that nothing is permanent and that change is always possible. Buddhism is a way you should live your life. Also, they believe in rebirth and that their present life is a result from their past life. Buddism was the main religion in the 11th century but the 15th century Chinese domination brought Taoism and Confucianism.  Christianity was also introduced to Vietnam in the 16th century by missionaries from European countries.

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On the child's first birthday items such as money, scissors, books, pencils are placed around the child. The first item the child reaches for will determine their "future advocation."

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The word comes from the outfit worn at the court of Nguyễn Lords at Huế in the 18th century. It is a traditional dress which symbolizes elegance, beauty and Vietnamese identity. This tight-fitting silk tunic is most commonly worn by women but can also be worn by men. Today, ao dai are worn on special occasions such as weddings and celebrations.

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The dragon dates back to the first millennium B.C. which symbolizes rain, thunder, lightening and clouds. The dragon is also the sign of kingship. Legend has it that a man named Lac Long Quan who is known as the forefather of the Vietnamese people. He was the son of a dragon. His eldest son is known for teaching the people how to tattoo their chests in order to keep the "aquatic monsters" away.

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A man named Tran Quoc Dinh who's brother was so jealous of him that he "pierced his eyes out" which left him blind, invented this musical instrument that he could still play. The instrument was made of rattan and other creepers which made a "deep, sorrowful sound." A traditional song was created called Hat Xam, the song of blind artists, which has existed since the 13th century. It tells stories of "the fate or unhappiness of the poor."

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The Sangha, or group of monks, nuns, lay men and women, are very involved in the community. They run schools, medical clinics, orphanages, homes with disabled people, and temples. They are proficient in language. Some are doctors, lawyers, teachers, and journalists. Many Vietnamese visit the Temple on the 15th day of the Lunar month and also days of festivals.

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This painter is known as one of the most famous artists from Vietnam. He is known for his silk paintings.  This one especially.  It's named "Choi o an quan"