This new FOX 9 documentary "Hmong in Minnesota: 50 Years of Resilience" dives into the journey of Hmong refugees in America 50 years after the fall of Vietnam. The documentary features interviews with Hmong Minnesotans such as Leng Wong, the first refugee resettled in Minnesota by a state program, and Tong Vang, a child soldier recruited for war. Also featured are history-makers such as award-winning chef Diane Moua, the first Hmong professional soccer player Michael Vang, and St. Paul mayor-ele

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The Hmong - who’d allied with US military during their secret war in Laos - faced brutal treatment after the war. Consequently, more than half of the Hmong people left Laos, led by General Vang Pao. They received refugee status for their sacrifices, resettling from temporary camps in Thailand to cities scattered across the USA. Today, there are around 370,000 Hmong Americans. Thanks to Bee Vang for the initial inspiration for this reel. In his one man show - Your Movie Guide to Life - he shares