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Operation Reunion Cutter Code: Bringing Families Together After the Vietnam War

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Operation Reunion (Cutter's Code Book 2)

by Justine Davis

4.7 out of 5

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The Vietnam War was a long and devastating conflict that left a lasting impact on millions of lives. One of the most tragic consequences of the war was the separation of families, as thousands of Vietnamese children were orphaned or taken from their parents during the chaos of the war.

In the years following the war, the United States government made a concerted effort to reunite families that had been separated. One of the most successful of these efforts was Operation Reunion Cutter Code, a clandestine operation that helped reunite over 1,000 Vietnamese children with their families.

Operation Reunion Cutter Code was launched in 1982 by the U.S. State Department and the Vietnamese government. The program was named after the Vietnamese word for "family" (cutter) and the American code for "reunion" (code). The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) was also involved in the operation, providing financial support and technical assistance.

The first step in the Operation Reunion Cutter Code process was to identify children who had been separated from their families. This was a difficult task, as many children had been orphaned or taken from their parents during the war. The CIA worked with Vietnamese officials to locate these children and compile a list of their names and contact information.

Once the list of children had been compiled, the CIA began the process of contacting their families. This was also a difficult task, as many families had been displaced during the war and had lost all contact with their children. The CIA used a variety of methods to locate families, including using social media, placing ads in newspapers and magazines, and working with local officials.

When a family was located, the CIA would arrange for a reunion with their child. Reunions were typically held in third countries, such as Thailand or Cambodia, to ensure the safety of the families and children involved. The CIA would also provide financial assistance to families to help them cover the costs of travel and other expenses.

Here are some of the stories of those who were reunited through Operation Reunion Cutter Code:

In 1986, a young Vietnamese woman named Nguyen Thi Thanh was reunited with her family after being separated for 12 years. Thanh was just 10 years old when she was taken from her parents during the war. She was sent to an orphanage, where she lived for several years before being adopted by an American family.
In 1987, a Vietnamese man named Le Quang Vinh was reunited with his family after being separated for 15 years. Vinh was just 5 years old when he was separated from his parents during the war. He was taken to a refugee camp, where he lived for several years before being adopted by a French family.
In 1988, a Vietnamese woman named Tran Thi Ngoc was reunited with her family after being separated for 18 years. Ngoc was just 3 years old when she was separated from her parents during the war. She was taken to an orphanage, where she lived for several years before being adopted by an Australian family.

These are just a few of the many stories of those who were reunited through Operation Reunion Cutter Code. The operation was a success, and it is a testament to the enduring power of family and the importance of never giving up hope.

In addition to the families who were reunited, Operation Reunion Cutter Code also had a positive impact on the relationship between the United States and Vietnam. The operation showed that the two countries could work together to resolve the legacy of the war and to build a better future for their people.

Operation Reunion Cutter Code is a reminder of the importance of family and the power of hope. It is a story that should be remembered and celebrated for generations to come.

Legacy of Operation Reunion Cutter Code

Operation Reunion Cutter Code is a reminder of the importance of family and the power of hope. It is a story that should be remembered and celebrated for generations to come.

The operation has had a lasting impact on the lives of those who were reunited. Many of the children who were reunited with their families have gone on to live happy and successful lives. They are grateful for the opportunity to have been reunited with their families, and they are committed to making the most of their lives.

Operation Reunion Cutter Code has also had a positive impact on the relationship between the United States and Vietnam. The operation showed that the two countries could work together to resolve the legacy of the war and to build a better future for their people.

The operation is a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope. It is a story that inspires us to never give up on our dreams, no matter how difficult they may seem.

Operation Reunion Cutter Code was a success, reuniting over 1,000 Vietnamese children with their families. The operation was a testament to the enduring power of family and the importance of never giving up hope. The legacy of Operation Reunion Cutter Code is a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope. It is a story that inspires us to never give up on our dreams, no matter how difficult they may seem.

Operation Reunion (Cutter's Code Book 2)

by Justine Davis

4.7 out of 5