Vietnam veteran, homeless for 30 years, receives war medals, reunites with family 🎖️ | ABC Australia
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as posted by the channelAlwyn Craig spent decades living on the streets, lost to his family and friends, and struggling with PTSD after the Vietnam War. Now, his sacrifices are being recognised.
A Vietnam veteran who was homeless for 30 years has been presented with his war medals at a ceremony in the New South Wales Hunter region.
Alwyn Craig is a man of few words but has a remarkable story to tell.
The 76-year-old, also known as "Old Pete" or "Shorty", is a familiar character around Newcastle.
Until earlier this year, Mr Craig's family had not seen him since 1994.
Thanks to John Cross, a friend of 10 years who works for charity City Sleep Safe, and a Newcastle Herald article, the family was reunited.
📽 Video produced by Madeline Lewis and edited by Anthony Scully.
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