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Vietnam War is becoming ancient history, says Viet Thanh Nguyen

The Vietnam War ended 50 years ago today with the fall of Saigon. What is the war’s legacy in both countries?

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By Madeleine Brand • Apr 30, 2025 • 1 min read

The Vietnam War ended 50 years ago today with the fall of Saigon. What is the war’s legacy in both countries?

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    Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Sympathizer

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