Father's Day
- Jun 14, 2023
- 41:15
- Full Episode
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In this Dateline classic, a woman from Washington State takes a DNA test, hoping to learn more about her family history. A remarkable discovery would change her family forever – and send her father halfway around the world to confront a past he thought he left behind. Harry Smith reports. Originally aired on NBC on June 17, 2018.
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Brief Summary
Michael Heintz discovers her half-sister in Vietnam through a DNA test, leading to an emotional family reunion and immigration to the U.S.
Key points
- A Revelation with Implications. Michael's DNA test leads to a life-changing discovery about her family's history.
- A Family Transformed. Michael discovers she has a sister in Vietnam, changing everything for her family.
- The Journey to Reunion. Jim and Jerry travel to Vietnam to meet their long-lost daughter, Lynn.
- Emotional Journey to the Past. Jim revisits the site of his military outpost, connecting with Lynn's memories.
- Family Reunion in America. Lynn and her family finally arrive in the U.S. after years of longing.
- A New Life Begins. Lynn's family prepares for a new life in America, filled with hope and excitement.
Episode highlights
- A Revelation with ImplicationsMichael's DNA test leads to a life-changing discovery about her family's history.“Jaw-dropping results!”0:33Jun 14, 2023
- A Family TransformedMichael discovers she has a sister in Vietnam, changing everything for her family.“A sister!”11:50Jun 14, 2023
- The Journey to ReunionJim and Jerry travel to Vietnam to meet their long-lost daughter, Lynn.“I'm real close.”23:01Jun 14, 2023
- Emotional Journey to the PastJim revisits the site of his military outpost, connecting with Lynn's memories.“This is sacred ground.”30:20Jun 14, 2023
- Family Reunion in AmericaLynn and her family finally arrive in the U.S. after years of longing.“Welcome to America!”36:51Jun 14, 2023
- A New Life BeginsLynn's family prepares for a new life in America, filled with hope and excitement.“Normal is coming at Lin and her family as fast as they can take it in.”39:23Jun 14, 2023
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