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Orphan 32
Nearly two decades long, the Vietnam War was one of history's devastating battles. More bombs were dropped than both World Wars put together. Lives were destroyed and families torn apart.
In 1975, the last flight out of Vietnam rescued 57 war orphans before the Communists took over the south capital of Saigon. En route to Canada, Nguyen Ngoc Minh Thanh was aboard that flight. He was Orphan #32.
Thanh's story began like many other Vietnamese orphans on Operation Babylift, but as he later discovered, his path had taken a much different direction from the rest.
Orphan 32 will take you on a remarkable journey of life, love and self-discovery.
In 1975, the last flight out of Vietnam rescued 57 war orphans before the Communists took over the south capital of Saigon. En route to Canada, Nguyen Ngoc Minh Thanh was aboard that flight. He was Orphan #32.
Thanh's story began like many other Vietnamese orphans on Operation Babylift, but as he later discovered, his path had taken a much different direction from the rest.
Orphan 32 will take you on a remarkable journey of life, love and self-discovery.
- GenresCanada
138 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2013
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August 11, 2018
I first heard Thanh Campbell's story when I met him 10-12 years ago. I was very interested in reading his book to learn more but it slipped my mind until recently, when I learned he had written about it for young children. In the meantime I had read a few news stories so I didn't expect the book to reveal much more, especially when I realized how short it was. I was pleasantly surprised, and even found myself wiping away tears a couple of times.
I recommend this for anyone who enjoyed Saroo Brierley's A Long Way Home.
I recommend this for anyone who enjoyed Saroo Brierley's A Long Way Home.
September 3, 2019
Absolutely amazing. The book is great & the author is even better. I will be stocking my shop with some. If you like true stories please buy this book.
April 23, 2020
A heartwarming true story that shows a glimpse into the past. Well written, inspiring, and a wonderful read ! I highly recommend this book to anyone
December 18, 2021
This book is an excellent read. I never heard of Operation baby lift and the history behind orphans coming out of Vietnam.
November 15, 2015
A powerful true story- told by Thanh Campbell... his personal story about Operation Babylift. Thanh arrived in Canada as Orphan 32 - rescued from Vietnam. He was adopted by a Canadian family and was raised within that loving home. But, two decades after the Vietnam war, Thanh begins to discover his past, his identity and the story of who he is.
Thanh is a powerful story teller and shares his story vividly with the reader!
Thanh is a powerful story teller and shares his story vividly with the reader!
January 27, 2016
This is an incredible life story of a personal friend of mine. It is a book I found I couldn't put down once I started it. It is an easy read and I was blown away by all Thanh went through as Orphan 32.
April 29, 2014
Wonderful read Thanh! Fascinating to read about your incredible journey, and so glad to have met you :)
January 23, 2015
One man's recollection of his escape from war-torn Vietnam to Canada...
October 15, 2015
A great read Thanh! What a powerful true story about love, kindness and family.
February 4, 2016
An amazing true story of an Ontario man's life and reconnection with Vietnamese birth family after being airlifted as a baby out of Saigon in 1975.
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