On compassionate grounds, the apology extended to the troops who fought in Vietnam was justified – so long as it was not extended or regarded as
a re-appraisal of the morality of the conflict, which the Government has been careful not to do. For the Government to
have been crystal clear about what was, and wasn’t, being apologized for would have run the risk of re-opening old
wounds and would have undermined the point of the apology. There may be another occasion when the other shoe – an
apology to the people of Vietnam – can be allowed to fall. More >> >
Radio Adelaide: Selwyn Manning - Apology To Vietnam Vets + Budget Fallout
New Zealand Government: The Crown formally acknowledges the dedicated service of the New Zealand Regular Force personnel deployed during the
Viet Nam War, and those many servicemen and women who supported them in their mission...
The Crown extends to New Zealand Viet Nam Veterans and their families an apology for the manner in which their loyal
service in the name of New Zealand was not recognised as it should have been, when it should have been, and for
inadequate support extended to them and their families after their return home from the conflict. More >>
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