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Refugees crowded Camp Pendleton as Arlington area takes in Vietnamese newcomers
Doan Thi Lao Smith and thousands of Vietnamese refugees arrive at Camp Pendleton California and other bases. Marines rush to set up tents and facilities for the influx while some locals protest. At Eglin Florida officials prepare Buddhist shrine space and American style recreation for children as Carter calls for Asian resettlement.
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Doan Thi Lao Smith
Camp Pendleton
Calif
California
Ft. Chaffee
Ark
Eglin Air Force Base
Fla. An
Fnd
Edward Day
Marine Corps Base
Arkansas
Vietnam
Johnnie Calhoun
Georgia
Jimmy Carter
Asia
Carter
Chicago
Eglin
James Grothjan