Schirmer, Theodor A., 1947-

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Theodor "Ted" Schirmer was born in Rockford, Illinois, and lived in several different states when young. He joined the Navy and was sent to Vietnam where he worked as an interpreter. Schirmer married a Vietnamese woman in a Buddhist ceremony and had a child with her. He was sent back to the United States for becoming too close with the local Vietnamese people.

From the description of Theodor "Ted" Schirmer oral history interview, 1974. (Louisiana State University). WorldCat record id: 73726346

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United States
Vietnam (Republic)
Louisiana--Baton Rouge
Vietnam
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Basic training (Military education)
Black market
Gambling
Interracial marriage
Prostitution
School integration
Vietnamese
Vietnamese
Vietnam War, 1961-1975
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Soldiers
Soldiers
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Birth 1947

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