Pacheco, Edward/Qu-Nah (Vietnam), 2003
File — Box: 1, DVD: 13
Scope and Contents
Says a desire to travel motivated him; his first time on an airplane was to North Carolina for basic training at age 22. Told his unit was being sent to Vietnam, he asked for a hardship discharge because he was the only one who could provide for family. Shipped out from Oakland. He describes a stop in Okinawa as similar to home. Avoided seasickness through prayer. Describes landing in Vietnam, experiencing a first mortar attack, the racial situation among soldiers. Describes an episode when he considered going AWOL. Mentions going on night patrols with a Montagnard platoon. Describes the difficulties of returning home and discusses the importance of serving your country. Explains why he never applied for Veteran benefits. Tells a haunting story of encountering a dead boy at Cam Le. Offers some thoughts on the Cuban Missile Crisis and the terrorist attacks of 9/11. Discusses how spirituality helped him survive. Total 31:25
Dates
- 2003
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
English
Access Restrictions
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 1 box (.25 cu. ft.)
Repository Details
Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository
Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451
cswrref@unm.edu
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451
cswrref@unm.edu