NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY)–April 30th marks 50 years since the world witnessed the fall of Saigon, marking the end of the Vietnam War—a historic moment in American history. However, behind the headlines, there are personal stories—stories of sacrifice, resilience, and a war that still weighs on the hearts of those who lived through it. This year, we’re commemorating the 50th anniversary of that significant day.
“I felt proud to be there. I think there was nobody- very few people who objected to the war,” said Vietnam Veteran Jeffrey Witte.
For 13 months, Witte took base in Vietnam. He served in the army’s medical corps as an orthopedic surgeon…