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 New Study Ranks Virginia’s Public Schools 6th in the Nation Emma Thomas July 24, 2026 A local hero of the American Revolution is honored with a new exhibit by the Salem Museum & Historical Society Gene Marrano July 23, 2026 Plays, plays everywhere … and a closing night artist reception and lecture at Hollins Gene Marrano July 22, 2026