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Thai Girls Become Wives by Thaung Myine
Thai villagers react to the U S decision to keep forces in Thailand after the Vietnam ceasefire. Hundreds of bar girls near U Tapao base become temporary wives of American servicemen, earning about 125 dollars a month. Officials note social impact, remittances, and reduced street prostitution as servicemen stay home. National Geographic reports Iceland ridge activity widening the island slightly.
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Thailand
U. S
U'Tapao
Here
Indochina
Thongoi Sawatdichai
Rayong
Thongyoi