Beyond a War

The U.S. premier of “Beyond a War” will be presented Sunday, September 29, at 3:00 p.m. at the Davis Theatre for the Performing Arts, 251 Montgomery Street, Montgomery, AL. Troy University will present the U.S. premier of this powerful documentary short film. The event will also include a special recognition for all veterans.

Guest speakers will be:

• Kent Davis, Commissioner Alabama Veterans Affairs

• Jack McManus, President of the Vietnam Veterans of America

• Capt. Gary Michael Rose (USA – Ret.), Medal of Honor Recipient

The film is produced by Duy Tan University. “Beyond a War” is the moving documentary portrait of university presidents, Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr., and Dr. Lê Công Cơ.

More than 50 years ago, Dr. Hawkins and Dr. Lê Công Cơ were on opposite sides of the Vietnam War. Dr. Hawkins served as platoon leader in the U.S. Marine Corps, and Dr. Lê Công Cơ fought against American forces as a member of the Viet Cong.

Today, they lead Troy University and Duy Tan University, respectively, and are working together to ensure a brighter future for students in both the U.S. and Vietnam. “Beyond a War” captures their personal stories of combat and survival during the war and their drive to bring about change through the

power of education and international collaboration.