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Saigon's Fall: Unlearned Lessons of Vietnam War

Saigon's Fall: Unlearned Lessons of Vietnam War

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Fifty years ago, a secret radio message signaled the start of the emergency evacuation of Saigon, marking the end of the Vietnam War for the US. The chaotic scenes of the fall of Saigon, including desperate crowds at the US Embassy, remain iconic images. Veterans reflect on the lasting impact of the war on American culture, politics, and their lives, emphasizing unlearned lessons from the conflict.

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