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Bob Hope’s Christmas Show in Da Nang

“Here I am at Da Nang, better known as Dodge City. Yes, sir, Da Nang is one of my favorite stops. And I mean STOPS. Go any further and you’re in Cong country.” In December 1967 Bob Hope brought his … Continue reading →

Christmas in Vietnam

Conflict: Vietnam

by Karen

Homesick and war-weary, many U.S. soldiers in Vietnam tried to bring at least a little traditional Christmas spirit to their bases, tents, and outposts. While some of the luckiest were chosen to attend USO Christmas shows at nearby bases, most … Continue reading →