# How veterans rescued 195,000 Afghans after Kabul fell – Tango Alpha Lima

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Podcast: [Tango Alpha Lima Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/tango-alpha-lima-podcast-28912)
Published: 2026-01-06T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

For Navy veteran Shawn VanDiver, a 2021 call from Afghanistan sparked the creation of AfghanEvac, now one of the most successful refugee advocacy organizations. In this season premiere, VanDiver discusses his path from getting his GED to military service, his work with the Truman National Security Project, and how a single emergency became a mission supporting more than 195,000 Afghan refugees. He explains his community-first approach, why this work extends beyond Afghanistan, and concrete ways veterans can advocate for allies worldwide. Plus: Tango Alpha Lima hosts warn about predatory VA claim services, explore the Together We Served veteran network, and honor WWII veteran and Beetle Bailey cartoonist Mort Walker. LINKS The War Horse: VA Warned These Companies They May Be Breaking the Law. Most Are Still in Business NPR: Congress calls for a crackdown on companies charging disabled vets Join The American Legion Family USA250 Challenge AfghanEvac Website Afghan Allies Vetting process How you can help AfghanEvac AfghanEvac Store The American Legion Junior Shooting Sports Program Learn more about Together We Served Remembering Beetle Bailey creator Mort Walker Legion calls for Congress to include Fulfilling Promises to Afghan Allies Amendment in 2025 NDAA

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