VietNamNet Bridge – An exhibition titled The Orange Pain has opened at the Viet Nam Military History Museum in Ha Noi, showcasing the tragedy of dioxin victims and how they overcome their troubles.


Dropping in on the past: Two Agent Orange victims visit the Orange Pain exhibition to see objects reflecting the cruel war. — File Photo
More than 300 photos and other exhibits on display are arranged in three categories - the catastrophe caused by the US military's use of Agent Orange, Viet Nam's efforts to handle the disaster, and world support for the victims.

Haunting images of Agent Orange victims reflect the cruel war and its terrible consequence. The American War ended nearly 40 years ago, but its effects still resound through Viet Nam, the US and other nations. The exhibition also showcases more than 300 books, scientific research papers and newspapers on topics related to the deadly poison.

Ngo Van Chung, director of the Museum, said the exhibition gathered many documents and objects from collectors at home and in abroad. "They make accusations of a war crime, but help soothe the ‘orange pain'," he said.

The exhibition also displays handiwork, plastic flowers and embroidered pictures created by victims who, despite the disability, try to work like other people.

The exhibition will end on August 28.


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