Hỏa Lò Prison

Nhà tù Hỏa Lò

prison in Hanoi

#6 in Hanoi / #32 in Vietnam

by Richard Mortel from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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Hỏa Lò Prison, located in Hanoi, Vietnam, was originally built by the French colonists in the late 19th century to house Vietnamese political prisoners. Known colloquially as the "Hanoi Hilton" by American POWs during the Vietnam War, it gained notoriety for the harsh conditions and treatment of inmates. Today, a portion of the prison has been converted into a museum, showcasing the historical significance and the struggles endured by those who were incarcerated there.

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