Quotes from Phan Thi Kim Phuc

My name is Kim Phuc, though you likely know me by another name. It is one I never asked for, a name I have spent a lifetime trying to escape: 'Napalm Girl.'

The more I prayed for my enemies, the softer my heart became.

God used me that day. Even though so much of my body was burned, my feet were not burned, and so I could run out and be there for that photo. It saved a lot of souls and brought an end to the war.

I was really embarrassed. And I asked why they took my picture when I was in such agony, and I'm the girl, in the moment that I was naked, burning, hopeless, crying - so ugly. And I asked why they took my picture at that that moment? I didn't like it at all.

For years, I prayed to the gods of Cao Dai for healing and peace. But as one prayer after another went unanswered, it became clear that either they were nonexistent or they did not care to lend a hand.

I have a husband and a new life and want to be normal like everyone else.

In war time, nowhere is safe.

Having known war I know the value of peace. Having lived under government control I know the value of freedom. Having lived with hatred, terror and corruption I know the value of faith and forgiveness.

I had a lot of pity for myself. But I could concentrate more on my studies as a result.

I got burned by napalm, and I became a victim of war.

I have my foundation, I help the children who are victims of war, and I talk about kids and I help people to understand how horrible war is and how beautiful the world can be if we can live with love, hope, and forgiveness.

There's such a connection between Vietnam and America, but it should be one of friendship. Not bitterness. Not enemies.

My parents gave me life, but the doctors gave me life again.