Hollins poly-sci professor weighs in on Vietnam as new documentary airs Gene Marrano September 21, 2017 1 minute read The political science chairman at Hollins University calls it “one of the great tragedies of the 20th Century.” Now a Ken Burns documentary – “The Vietnam War” has placed it back in the spotlight. WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Former BB&T executive sentenced for stealing cash from bank vaultsNext: VT Prof: U.S. options are limited with North Korea — and not all that promising Related Stories Congressman Ben Cline on redistricting, DHS funding, the SAVE Act and the upcoming State of the Union address Gene Marrano February 20, 2026 0 “A well-respected gentleman”: VT grounds coordinator reflects on the legacy of Wes Worsham Web Staff February 20, 2026 0 Digital campaign on a “modest” budget leads VBR to record numbers during Fall/Holiday marketing blitz Gene Marrano February 20, 2026 0