Tomb of cultural figure Dương Lâm (1851–1920)
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01Worshipped figures and historical value
Clan tradition: The Dương clan is renowned for its scholarly tradition, passed down in the saying: 'Pure family tradition / Generations produce examination laureates.'
Cultural figure Dương Lâm (1851–1920): An outstanding son of the clan, he passed the Giải Nguyên examination in 1878. He held many important positions in the Nguyễn court, such as: Governor-General of Bình-Phú, Deputy Director of the National History Office, Junior Guardian of the Crown Prince, and Assistant Grand Secretary.
Career and contributions: He was patriotic and compassionate toward the people, and together with his father organized the 'Kế Đoàn Luyện' resistance against the French to protect his homeland. He was also a teacher, a major writer, and editor-in-chief of 'Đồng Văn Nhật Báo,' the first Chinese-character newspaper by a Vietnamese person in Tonkin. After his death, King Khải Định issued an edict posthumously conferring on him the title 'Khánh Vân Nam Tước' (Khánh Vân Baron).


