From Northern Vietnam to Soldiering

This chapter details the speaker's journey from a Vietnamese childhood marked by political upheaval to their identity as a soldier dubbed 'Cowboy'. They recount their family's escape from Northern Vietnam, their father's mysterious past, and the influential role of a teacher in shaping their military career. The narrative highlights personal and cultural transformations through the lens of the Vietnam War, emphasizing the challenges of survival and the bond between comrades.