Pre-1975

Worn by Bùi Lễ Nghĩa during training under the Republic of Vietnam military.

Not much is known about the origin of this pot though the donor believes it to be an "antique."

Presented by Lieutenant Colonel Nguyễn Văn Minh, Commander of the Sở Liên Lạc (Liaison Office) under MACV-SOG (Military Assistance Command, Vietnam – Studies and Observations Group) and gifted to Colonel Daniel F. Schungel, U.S. Army Special Force.

Awarded to Lt. Col. Daniel F. Schungel for his service during the Vietnam War.

Awarded to Lt. Col. Schungel for his bravery during the Battle of Hậu Đức (Quảng Ngãi Province, Feb. 6–7, 1968).

This official military decoration was awarded by President Nguyễn Văn Thiệu to Lieutenant Colonel Daniel F. Schungel, U.S. Army Special Forces, in recognition of his outstanding bravery and service during the Vietnam War.

This betel nut spittoon was used in Huỳnh Đức Diêu's family's marriage ceremonies.

This betel nut container was used in Huỳnh Đức Diêu's family's marriage ceremonies.  

This scale was a common tool used in the marketplace in Vietnam before modern weighing devices.