Diggers Stories From The Vietnam War - Jacket and badges from units in Vietnam S2E16
National Vietnam Veterans Museum - Phillip Island, Jacket and badges from units in Vietnam.
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The National Vietnam Veterans Museum is a non-profit organisation that was set up to remember and recognise Australian diggers who returned from Vietnam. The museum is not focused on the war aspect but more on the everyday stories of diggers and the challenges during their time in Vietnam and after their return.
The museum houses many artefacts such as medals, letters and photos donated by veterans, but it also has a unique collection of military equipment such as helicopters, trucks and jeeps. There are displays that tell you about life on base camp, daily activities and what it was like when they were at war.
There are also displays that focus on the effects of Agent Orange which was used during the war by the US forces to destroy trees and shrubs so they could see enemies hiding in bushes or thickets. Some vets have been diagnosed with cancer after being exposed to Agent Orange while serving in Vietnam.
In this video, Captain John Methven (Ret) shares Australian soldier experiences as a platoon commander and Regiment Signals Officer with the 7th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment that was stationed at the Australian base at Nui Dat.
John has dedicated his life to fighting for the recognition of Vietnam Veterans and assisting veterans dealing with PTSD and the impacts of agent orange. John is the founder and curator of the National Vietnam Veterans Museum at Philip Island in Victoria Australia.
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