luu huu phuoc was born on September 12, 1921, in Hau Giang. he was a noted figure in culture, a composer of many lively patriotic wartime songs, children's songs and the occasional opera such as Bach Dang Giang; Tieng Goi Thanh Nien and Giai Phong Mien Nam. he was a member of the National Assembly, the Chairman of the Committee of Culture and Education of the National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. he also received the HO Chi Minh Prize after his death.
He was one of the most prominent cultural figures during the national liberation movements. He died on June 16, 1989, in Ho Chi Minh city.
