Operation Babylift: The Vietnam War's Youngest Survivors

In the chaotic final days of the Vietnam War, a daring and emotional humanitarian mission unfolded — Operation Babylift. This large-scale evacuation effort, led by the U.S. government and various humanitarian organizations, aimed to airlift thousands of Vietnamese orphans out of South Vietnam and place them with adoptive families around the world. In this video, we explore the history, controversy, and lasting legacy of Operation Babylift.
0:00 - Intro
0:46 - The Problem
2:55 - Bureaucracy
3:55 - First Flight
16:43 - The Investigation
19:42 - Further Evacuations
22:50 - Ethical Concerns
26:31 - Chris Norlund
31:02 - Aune
34:11 - Finding Family
36:03 - Final Thoughts