Nguyen Cao Ky, a former leader of South Vietnam, has passed away in Malaysia where he was receiving treatment for respiratory complications, according to his family members. Nguyen Cao Ky served as both a general in the air force and as South Vietnam's vice president under Nguyen Van Thieu. He was a controversial figure during and after his leadership; while in service he was … [Read more...] about Nguyen Cao Ky, Former General and Vice President of South Vietnam, Passes Away
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During 15th century Vietnam, emperor Le Loi found in his possession a most powerful sword--a sword with which lead to a victory against the Chinese, reclaiming Vietnam’s independence. While sailing on a lake in Hanoi formerly known as Luc Thuy, or “Green Water,” a giant, golden turtle (“Kim Qui”) appeared and took the sword from Le Loi. The turtle submerged to the depths of … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s legendary turtle is good as new – and, she’s a girl