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Thai VIII (1964-1966)

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Thai VIII trained for their Peace Corps service at the University of Hawaii, Hilo.  The volunteers of Group VIII arrived in Thailand in 1964 and served from 1964 to 1966.  Thai VIII consisted of 49 volunteers who served in the TEFL, Health, Vocational Education and Malaria Eradication program areas.

 

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Biographical Booklet


 

 

Photos & Albums


Jean Paul Chaine Photos

    Thai PCVs in the Mid-1960s
    Jean-Paul Chaine
    Hawaii Training
        Hilo Training Center
        Waipio Training Center
        Hiking
    Hong Kong and Macau
    Bangkok
        The King
        Street Scenes: 1964-1966
        Chao Phraya River
        Floating Market
        Temples
    Malaria Work
    Trang
    Southern Thailand
    Pattani Fire Walking, 1965
    Saigon R&R, 1965
    Singapore and Tiger Balm Gardens
    Cambodia
    Snakes
    Parade
    Tennis
    Malaysia
    India
    Random

 

Media Reports


 

 

 

Member Reminiscences & Updates


 

 

 

Reunions


 

 

 

Achievements, Publications, Awards


 

 

 

Group Website


 

 

 

In Memoriam


 

 

 

Quick Facts

Group

    Thai VIII

Years

    1964-1966

Number of Volunteers

    49

Programs

    TEFL
    Health
    Vocational Education
    Malaria Eradication

Training Location

    University of Hawaii, Hilo

Country Director

    John McCarthy