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We can't compare Australia’s intake of Afghan refugees with the post-Vietnam War era. Here's why

  • Written by Rachel Stevens, Research fellow, Australian Catholic University
We can't compare Australia’s intake of Afghan refugees with the post-Vietnam War era. Here's whyAMES Australia/Wikimedia Commons

With the fall of Kabul this week, many commentators have noted the parallels with the fall of Saigon 46 years ago.

The rapid advance of the Taliban insurgents and seizing of the capital left the US humiliated once again. Dramatic images of frantic evacuations by helicopters from the US embassy triggered memories of...

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