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My grandpa’s got in lots of trouble as a kid. My grandpa couldn’t communicate with his family while in the military.

Early life and military

Andy To details memorable moments from his experience as a boat person as he flees his country in the midst of the Vietnam War. His journey encompassed not only the challenges that came with the harsh living conditions in camps,...

Dave Greene served as a Military Intelligence officer in the Army after receiving a direct commission. Here, he shares the story of his career and some of the memorable people he met along the way.

The childhood of my mom as well as the people who influenced my family to be who we are today.

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My father talks about his experiences from living during the Vietnam War as a young teenager.

In this interview, conducted in November 2017 in Portland, Texas. Blake Farr (12) interviews his grandmother Edna Leigh Betz (76) about growing up in a town they both called home. Mrs. Betz shares about the Vietnam effects on her. She...

Frank Nasakaitis (86) talks to his daughter Patricia Breux (57) about growing up on the South Side of Chicago. His many careers, including serving in the Armed Forces.

The experience and impact of Service Corp in Hanoi, Vietnam.

John Koeppen (70) talks with his wife, Barbara "Barb" Corning (69), about his decision to enlist in the Army, his experience in Vietnam, and what life was like coming home. John and Barb also talk about their relationship and some...

We talked about my dad’s immigration process and feelings when he moved from Saigon, Vietnam to Texas. He talked about what an eye-opening experience it was, and how many different things he learned when he came here.

My grandfather shared his childhood on the farm, and the impact it had on his life. He also mentioned his career as a teacher and his military service.

A interview of my uncles experience in Vietnam

Jennifer Witkowski [no age given] and Bob Redden [no age given] discuss Bob's past political views and why he changed those views. They also discuss political divisiveness and the ecological damage being done to the planet.

This is what it was like for my grandpa during his life and time during the war

My grandfather lives in a world opposite the one he grew up in. This is his story.

I interview my grandparents and talk about their life with them. I hope to learn something new.

I interview my mom who is 51 about her life in Vietnam prior to moving to the Philippines and the United States. She talks about some hardships our family faced as immigrants in this country.

A deep reflection on the impact of food on my Grandfather and how it has changed over his life

Mom interview

My mom talks about her childhood life and her experiences to coming to the United States in the 1990s. She states her struggles to adapting and learning the English language when arriving in the United States. She speaks out her...

Brigitta Miranda-Freer (52), interviews her father, Ralph A. Miranda, MD (75), about his military experience in the Vietnam War and how that led to his medical degree and private practice.

Robert "Sam" Kelley (78) talks to StoryCorps facilitator Jeb Backe (26) about his service in Vietnam. He reflects on the trauma of his war experiences and on reconnecting with the men with whom he served.

Talked about being a parent and raising children. As well as how life was growing up in Vietnam and how it compares to the United States. Lastly we conversed about hopes for me and my siblings in the future.