Image above: Vietnam veterans talking about their experiences on the Anzac Portal at
Stories from Vietnam Veterans
On 27 July we had the privilege to hear the stories of the Vietnam Veterans, Bob, Tich, Jock and Frank. We will never forget Frank's story!! When in Vietnam we will not have the chance to talk to any Vietnam Veterans but I do think it is worth spending time before we go listening to Vietnam Veterans talking on the Department of Veterans'Affairs site called the Anzac Portal. It will give you further insight into what it must of been like in Vietnam serving in the Australian Army, Air Force and Navy during those difficult years.
Janice and Stuart Smith tell their story.
The story behind the song 'I Was Only Nineteen' that captured the experience of Australia’s Vietnam veterans and helped communicate to Australian society what many veterans themselves had been unable to share. Read more about the story behind the song after watching the above film clip.
Listen to the song, 'I was only Nineteen'.
Whilst on the portal have a look at the following links - some fantastic background on Australians during the Vietnam War.
Australians and the Vietnam War
https://anzacportal.dva.gov.au/history/conflicts/australia-and-vietnam-war
Vung Tau Ferry HMAS Sydney
https://anzacportal.dva.gov.au/history/conflicts/australia-and-vietnam-war/australia-and-vietnam-war/royal-australian-navy/vung-tau
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