From Mexico to Vietnam: A Chicano Story poster

From Mexico to Vietnam: A Chicano Story (2022)

Name: From Mexico to Vietnam: A Chicano Story
Director: Andrés Gallegos
Genre: War, Documentary
Released: 2022-11-01

"The story of Jesus S. Duran, a Mexican immigrant and U.S. Army soldier, unfolds as he rises to become a Vietnam War hero. This documentary delves into his legacy and the lasting impact of the Vietnam War on Chicano and Latino communities."

Year 20220h 50mWarDocumentary

From Mexico to Vietnam: A Chicano Story is a 2022 war directed by Andrés Gallegos. It features Tina Duran Ruvalcaba, Michael Lozano, Rusty Bailey in lead roles. The film carries a runtime of 0h 50m. It does not currently have an official streaming source listed for India.

"From Mexico to Vietnam: A Chicano Story" is an inspiring documentary that chronicles the life of Jesus S. Duran, a Mexican immigrant who became a decorated U.S. Army soldier during the Vietnam War. Born in Juarez, Mexico, Duran moved to the United States as a child and enlisted in the Army in 1968. On April 10, 1969, while serving as an M-60 machine gunner with Company E, 2nd Battalion, 5th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile), he displayed extraordinary bravery by rescuing several wounded comrades during an intense enemy ambush in Tay Ninh, Vietnam. His valorous actions led to a posthumous Medal of Honor by President Barack Obama. Directed by Andrés Gallegos, the film delves into Duran's personal journey, his family's migration from Mexico, and the broader impact of the Vietnam War on the Chicano and Latino communities.