The Oung Family Begins a New Life in Kentucky



Photo Title

The Oung Family Begins a New Life in Kentucky

Photographer/Creator

Jay Mather

Collection

Publisher

Courier-Journal & Louisville Times

Caption/Description

The man, Sot, was a soldier in Cambodia and knew he was marked for death. His wife had just given birth to their first son. They decided to flee for their lives. They were spotted by Khmer Rouge soldiers and when they tried to escape the firing began. The Oungs now live in Louisville and are trying to start over.

Citation

Jay Mather, "The Oung Family Begins a New Life in Kentucky," in POYi Archive, Item #10107, http://archive.poy.org/items/show/10107 (accessed November 22, 2024).

Date Added

07.04.2008