Vietnam war survivor Kim Phuc Phan Thi in front of the photo for which she is known (SKY News)
The Independent: Kim Phuc: 'Napalm Girl' from harrowing Vietnam War image receives German prize for peace work
55-year-old awarded for support of Unesco and children wounded in war
Kim Phuc, known as “Napalm Girl“ in an iconic photo showing her during the Vietnam War, has received an award in Germany for her work for peace.
The 55-year-old, who now lives in Canada, was handed the Dresden Prize for her support of Unesco and children wounded in war, the organisers said.
She was also honoured for speaking out publicly against violence and hatred. She received 10,000 euros (£8,800).
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Update #1: 'Napalm girl’ Kim Phuc receives German prize for peace work (The Guardian/AP)
Update #2: 'Napalm girl' wins Dresden Prize for peace work (SKY News)
