Hollins poly-sci professor weighs in on Vietnam as new documentary airs Gene Marrano September 21, 2017 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading 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 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Opera Roanoke’s longtime artistic director prepares for last performance Denise Membreno September 11, 2025 1 min read Roanoke’s GoFest returns October 17–19, encouraging residents to “go outside” Web Staff September 11, 2025