About the Film

Abandoned Allies is about the Montagnard people, American allies during the Vietnam War, and the U.S. Special Forces. The film is set to be released in 2010.

Follow the progress of the film, learn more about the Montagnards, talk with the filmmakers, and learn when the film will be screened online.  We will continue to post updates throughout the post-production process.

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Long House

Some Montagnard tribes lived in long houses, shown here. They were raised off the ground for health and safety reasons.  Books by Dr. Gerald Hickey share information about these traditions.

Photo courtesy of Charles and EG Long

 

Montagnard Cultural Event

At a Montagnard cultural event in Greensboro, N.C., a group sings.  Cultural events such as these help keep traditions alive, passing them from one generation to another.

 

Mike Benge Drinks Rice Wine

Mike Benge, a long-time advocate for the rights of Montagnards, drinks rice wine while in Vietnam.  Drinking rice wine is customary among some Montagnard tribes.  Mike Benge has been working for years to improve human rights in Vietnam for the Montagnards.

Photo courtesy of Mike Benge.

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