In the final days of South Vietnam’s existence, Major Buang-Ly took a small airplane with his wife and five children to escape the approaching communist forces. With limited fuel and no plan, they flew to safety over the South China Sea, unaware of the dangers they faced. The USS Midway, along with other ships and helicopters, executed a massive evacuation operation called Operation Frequent Wind. Despite obstacles and risk, Buang successfully landed the overloaded plane on the Midway’s deck, with the crew helping the family to safety. Their inspiring story is one of courage, quick thinking, and the ultimate quest for freedom amid chaos and conflict.
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