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
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.
Explore his book and other surviving media below.
An Orphan of the Killing Fields
Tony Lai's account of survival, loss, and the journey beyond Cambodia's killing fields.
The Book
A personal account of survival and remembrance.
Original Cover Artwork
The story of survival, courage, and remembrance.
KhmerTV
Celebrating Cambodian voices, media, and cultural connections.
Khmer Magazine
Khmer Magazine
Original magazine artwork recovered from the previous website.
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.
Tony Lai — Song One
Tony Lai — Song Two
Written and performed by Tony Lai