Cambodian Heritage & History

Remembering the Past.
Preserving Our Stories.

Explore Cambodia's history, culture, and community through the stories and creative work of Cambodian survivors and their families.

Discover Tony's Story
Tony Lai
A Survivor's Journey

Tony Lai

Tony Lai survived the Khmer Rouge period in Cambodia. His personal story includes profound family loss and his escape alongside his brother.

His experiences and memories are part of a history that deserves to be preserved for future generations.

He founded khmertv, khmermagazine.com and wrote a book about his life story that you can find it below and on amazon.

Survival & Remembrance

An Orphan of the Killing Fields

Tony Lai's inspiring journey of survival through Cambodia's killing fields, overcoming profound loss, and rebuilding his life to achieve success.

Buy An Orphan of the Killing Fields on Amazon

The Book

A personal account of survival and remembrance.

Book cover artwork

Original Cover Artwork

The story of survival, courage, and remembrance.

Original Recording

Tony's Life Poem

Listen to an audio recording preserved from the original website.

Music by Tony Lai

In addition to sharing his remarkable life story in An Orphan of the Killing Fields, Tony Lai is also a songwriter and singer. Enjoy two original songs written and performed by Tony & his wfe.

Tony Lai — Song One

Tony Lai — Song Two

Written and performed by Tony Lai & His wife