| Age | 84 (age at death) |
| Birthday | 2 May, 1917 |
| Birthplace | Tu Liem District, Vietnam |
| Died | 17 March, 2002 |
| Place of Death | Hanoi, Vietnam |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
| Nationality | Vietnamese |
| Occupation | Military |
Văn Tiến Dũng (2 May 1917 – 17 March 2002), born Co Nhue commune, Từ Liêm District, Hanoi, was a Vietnamese general in the People's Army of Vietnam (PAVN), PAVN chief of staff (1954–74); PAVN commander in chief (1974–80); member of the Central Military–Party Committee (CMPC) (1984-1986) and Socialist Republic of Vietnam defense minister (1980–86).
