Diem Vo in At the Dinner Table

Where were your parents or grandparents during the Vietnam War, and what were their experiences?
How do your family's memories affect you?
What are some stories that you tell about your family history and your identity?

"Everybody has past memories. And with these memories, we create stories. Stories can definitely alter lives, even slightly. My family's stories of their memories during and after the Vietnam War have surely affected me."

Find Out More

1954-1965: America's Commitment to the Vietnam War

1965-1968: The United States Takes Charge

1968-1975: "Vietnamization" Policy

Today: Thoughts on the Vietnam War

Maps

Vietnam Political Map

Vietnam Elevation Map

--Diem Vo, a student who has just gotten into filmmaking recently. At the Dinner Table is her first piece produced with the help of BAVC YouthLink.

BAVC's Next Generation Program presents At the Dinner Table (4 mins) Directed by Diem Vo, 2006 Click here to watch now!

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