The Devastating Impact of Agent Orange 50 Years Later ☠️

☣️ The devastating legacy of Agent Orange during the Vietnam War continues to impact generations of Vietnamese citizens and American veterans. From 1961-1971, the U.S. military sprayed approximately 19 million gallons of this toxic herbicide across Vietnam, creating an environmental and humanitarian crisis.
⚠️ The dioxin-containing defoliant not only destroyed vegetation but has been linked to severe health issues including cancers, birth defects, and neurological problems that persist today.
⚠️ Both Vietnamese civilians and American service members exposed to Agent Orange have fought long battles for recognition, medical care, and compensation, while contaminated "hotspots" still require extensive cleanup efforts.

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