Aside from China, Cambodia is the other adjacent neighbor whose history is intricately linked to Vietnam. (Having gained independence from China after 1000+ years, Vietnamese headed south into former Cambodian/Champa territory, which now makes up most of Vietnam.) Vietnamese have...

Preface I started my homecoming trip in Hanoi because most of Vietnam’s history began here. And I also wanted to save my birthplace for last, even though that was where my story began some 39 years ago. Thirty-nine years ago...

I’ve spent two years in Haiti after the earthquake doing relief and early recovery work. These years have had their success and challenges in the chaotic emergency, but for the most part much good was done for the people of...