About the Book
About the Book
Incheon to Vietnam
Memoir of a Korean Soldier’s Journey
Chapter 1: Where I Came From
Chris Lee describes growing up in Incheon during Japanese occupation—starvation, primitive living, and a childhood shaped by tidal mudflats, poverty, and early exposure to Western influence.
Chapter 2: Korean War 1950–1953
War erupts at age eight. Chris becomes a refugee, witnessing bombs, tanks, and death while fleeing with his family, surviving hunger, fear, and unforgettable encounters with American soldiers.
Chapter 3: Post-Korean War Era
Returning home brings no comfort—schools reopen with empty classrooms, freezing temperatures, and little hope. Chris learns that education is the only path to escape poverty and desperation.