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Veterans’ Voices The Secret War: Vang Moua #2

Veteran Vang Moua explains that although there were scout stations set up where they were stationed, he never quite felt safe unless he, too, was alert throughout the night.


Veterans’ Voices The Secret War: Vang Cha Zue #2

Veteran Vang Cha Zue was just 14-years-old when he was recruited to become a solider and describes his experience in boot camp.


Veterans’ Voices The Secret War: Tsong Tong Vang #2

Veteran Tsong Tong Vang recalls the battle where an rocket explosive landed close to him, killing his brother and damaging his ears for life.


Veterans’ Voices The Secret War: Song Khoua Xiong #2

Veteran Song Khoua Xiong recalls daily battles that continued for so long, young trainees were brought in to help.


Veterans’ Voices The Secret War: Seng Ly #2

Veteran Seng Ly went into military training in Thailand, just a month after getting married.


Veterans’ Voices The Secret War: Paul Yang #2

Veteran Paul Yang talks about the routes the Hmong was charged with protecting by the Americans, and yet there was no public recognition of the Hmong’s alliance and service during the War.


Veterans’ Voices The Secret War: Nhia Ying Lor #2

Veteran Nhia Ying Lor recalls the decision to flee his home country after the Americans pulled out of the Vietnam War.


Veterans’ Voices The Secret War: Nhia Xiong Her #2

Veteran Nhia Xiong Her (Sherman) recalls a rescue mission for an American pilot that was shot down, and having to create a landing field for the Americans who came to collect the body.


Veterans’ Voices The Secret War: Manichan Xiong #2

Veteran Manichan Xiong recalls the fear and death that followed after the Americans left South East Asia, and their efforts to stay alive.


Veterans’ Voices The Secret War: Charles Vu #2

Veteran Charles Vu recalls his reaction and immediate action after learning that General Vang Pao had escaped to Thailand.


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