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324: Fall of Saigon: The Nightmare Begins (Part 1)

The Rest Is History

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This chapter delves into the turmoil of Saigon during the Vietnam War, highlighting the pervasive corruption and decay that plagued the city. The discussion includes insights from poet James Fenton, who compares Saigon's foreign influences to the stages of addiction, while reflecting on the nostalgic perceptions of French colonialism versus American intervention.

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