Vietnam veteran, homeless for 30 years, receives war medals, reunites with family 🎖️ | ABC Australia

Alwyn Craig spent decades living on the streets, lost to his family and friends, and struggling with PTSD after the Vietnam War. Now, his sacrifices are being recognised.

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A Vietnam veteran who was homeless for 30 years has been presented with his war medals at a ceremony in the New South Wales Hunter region.

Alwyn Craig is a man of few words but has a remarkable story to tell.

The 76-year-old, also known as "Old Pete" or "Shorty", is a familiar character around Newcastle.

Until earlier this year, Mr Craig's family had not seen him since 1994.

Thanks to John Cross, a friend of 10 years who works for charity City Sleep Safe, and a Newcastle Herald article, the family was reunited.

📽 Video produced by Madeline Lewis and edited by Anthony Scully.

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