Đàm Văn Ngụy (1927–2015) was a lieutenant-general in the People's Army of Vietnam (PAVN) active during all three Indochina Wars.

[1][2] Đàm Văn Ngụy was born in Thạch An District of Cao Bằng province on 1st May 1927.

He joined Việt Minh in July 1942, then Armed Propaganda Unit for National Liberation [vi] in January 1945.

[3] In July 1956, Đàm Văn Ngụy was awarded the Hero of the People's Armed Forces.

[3] In Battle of Dak To, Đàm Văn Ngụy commanded the 174th Regiment (Cao - Bắc - Lạng Regiment) (in the formation of the 1st Infantry Division) fighting against U.S. Army 173rd Airborne Brigade.