South Korean Vets Seek Compensation For Agent Orange Exposure

WASHINGTON - AUGUST 31: Republic of Korea Armed Forces veterans who say they are suffering from diseases caused by exposure to Agent Orange hold a vigil across Pennsylvania Aveune from the White House Aug. 31, 2006 in Washington, DC. Thirty two of the 150,000 members of The Korean Disabled Veteran's Association for Agent Orange traveled to the United States and are seeking compensation for their injuries from the U.S. government and chemical companies. About 350,000 South Korean soldiers fought side-by-side with U.S. troops during the Vietnam War. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)