Ngo Dinh Nhu 1910 – 1963

Biography

Ngo Dinh Nhu was born on October 7, 1910, in Huế, Vietnam, during a transformative period in his nation’s history. Over the course of his life, he devoted himself to work as both an archivist and politician, contributing to Vietnamese public life through his professional endeavors. His career reflected the complexities of mid-twentieth century Vietnam, a time of significant change and challenge.

Nhu’s life came to an unexpected and tragic end on November 2, 1963, in Ho Chi Minh City, when he was killed by gunshot wound. His death occurred during a particularly turbulent period in Vietnamese history. He was laid to rest at Lái Thiêu Cemetery in Bình Hòa, where he remains remembered by those who knew him and by history.

Though his time on earth was relatively brief, Ngo Dinh Nhu left behind a legacy connected to his work in preserving and documenting Vietnamese records and his involvement in the political affairs of his country. His memory endures among his family and community.