From 1962-1971, the US sprayed 20 million gallons of Agent Orange over Vietnam, contaminated with dioxin (TCDD) — one of the most toxic substances known. Veterans began filing disability claims in 1977 for cancers, neurological disorders, and children born with severe birth defects. The VA systematically denied all claims, stating there was 'no scientific evidence' of harm. Internal documents showed both Dow Chemical and the military knew of dioxin's toxicity. It took until 1991 for the Agent Orange Act to pass, and until 2015 for 'Blue Water Navy' veterans to finally receive benefits — 40+ years of denial.
The US military knew Agent Orange caused cancer and birth defects but denied health claims from veterans for decades
“Agent Orange is causing cancer and birth defects in Vietnam veterans and their children. The government and chemical companies know this and are covering it up.”
📄 The Receipts
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“There is insufficient scientific evidence to establish a connection between Agent Orange exposure and the claimed health conditions.”
— Department of Veterans Affairs · May 1984
🙈 They Laughed At Us
“There is insufficient scientific evidence to establish a connection between Agent Orange exposure and the claimed health conditions.”
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