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A story about my dad...
August 05, 2021, 01:14 PM
bald1A story about my dad...
To be able to exhibit some humor about such a traumatic experience is yet another testament to your character and that of your family. We are fortunate to have you as fellow US citizens. God bless!
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August 05, 2021, 01:22 PM
bob rambergGreat story Dave. So glad your family was able to persevere and finally make it out.
Bob
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August 05, 2021, 01:23 PM
BigSwedeWhat a great story of perseverance and strength, mind and body
Thank you for sharing
August 05, 2021, 01:27 PM
HK AgA good friend of mine has a similar escape story, dad placed in reeducation camp does time hijacks a boat for family out to US air craft carrier.
His dad was an officer in the South Vietnam Army and has stories of the time when their base was under siege and a dud grenade thrown by a young NVA being the reason my friend is here today.
Dave my dad was a Hispanic kid, a recent Catholic High School graduate, drafted and served in Army 196th LIB till he was blown up (grenade wounds while their position was under siege) and medevac'd out. His service in the Army for this country is one of his proudest achievements, though he battles the war every night in his sleep still today.
He and many others did their part for your family's old country and your new life here, glad to hear that your dad is well today.
One of my favorite things to see during the Houston Veterans day parade at the Houston National Cemetery is the Vietnam flag flown by proud South Vietnamese immigrants next to their US flag.
This country is great for its unity not its diversity.
Thanks for sharing
August 05, 2021, 02:44 PM
ChicagoSigManHa. Great story. Your dad sounds like my kinda guy.
And I'll bet he is insanely proud of you and the mensch you've become.
August 05, 2021, 02:49 PM
dar185Thanks for sharing!
"I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them." Thomas Jefferson
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August 05, 2021, 02:56 PM
downtownvTough to top that story!
Glad your dad is doing well.
Welcome to America, your the family that we need here.
August 05, 2021, 03:02 PM
rsboloI am going to have to amend all of my previous posts about you Dave. I always have responded to any thread about you that you are "The Man"....
You will now be The Man II because your father is THE FREAKING MAN.
That is a great story.Thanks for sharing.
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August 05, 2021, 03:29 PM
MikeinNCI’m glad he got out. He seems like a great guy.
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darthfusterWhat a precious gem is freedom that we are willing to give up all of the rest for it. I wish I could meet your dad and acknowledge his bravery and sacrifice. This patriot who raised patriots has earned his citizenship.
You’re a lying dog-faced pony soldier August 05, 2021, 03:33 PM
remsigWhat an awesome story. Thank you for sharing with us Dave.
August 05, 2021, 03:38 PM
DakorEpic story and glad to hear your Dad is doing well. God Bless.
August 05, 2021, 03:43 PM
AeteoclesI suspect that there is a whole generation of missing stories of heroism like your father's.
My parents speak very little of their escape from Vietnam. My grandmother even less so. Both my grandfathers passed long before I understood the concept of grandfathers.
Perhaps one day my Dad will recount his story to us. All I know was that he and my mom/brother were separated when they escaped, my mom heading to Thailand and my Dad to the Philippines, and that gunfire and fatalities were involved on the beach in the Philippines.
August 05, 2021, 03:44 PM
pwelch001Awesome story, thanks Dave!
August 05, 2021, 04:09 PM
bronshtI am impressed!
August 05, 2021, 04:11 PM
Sailor1911Wow. Great story of your family's experience. What courage your Dad showed. Glad he's doing well. Give him my best and thank him for being such a courageous man and showing you what it is to be a man. All the best DT.
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“If in winning a race, you lose the respect of your fellow competitors, then you have won nothing” - Paul Elvstrom "The Great Dane" 1928 - 2016 August 05, 2021, 04:19 PM
.38supersigWOW!
August 05, 2021, 05:02 PM
python9430Incredible story.
Thank you for sharing.
Myron
August 05, 2021, 05:03 PM
TMatsThis country is truly blessed to have your father as a citizen. You’re probably alright too
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August 05, 2021, 05:34 PM
drtenb330What's that line? "Calm waters run deep.." very understated, and so respectful of an outstanding father and man.