Vietnam War
Donut Dolly Explains ‘If You Can Make ‘Em Laugh, They Can’t Cry’

Jeanne Bokina Christie was a member of the American Red Cross group, the “Donut Dollies,” a group of young females sent to Vietnam to help boost the morale of U.S. troops with recreational programs. Christie talks about trying to cheer up soldiers with games and jokes: “We were there for the American G.I.” She talks about soldiers receiving Dear John letters–letters from significant others with the intent to end a relationship–which would devastate them, causing some to kill themselves. View more veterans’ stories at the Veterans History Project and see more interviews conducted by the Central Connecticut State University.

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