"Hanoi Jane" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: Named for her opposition to US involvement in the Vietnam War, resulting in accusations of her being supportive of North Vietnam, whose capital was Hanoi during the war. Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Hanoi Jane
  1. (derogatory) A nickname of the American actress Jane Fonda. Tags: derogatory Categories (topical): Nicknames of individuals
    Sense id: en-Hanoi_Jane-en-name-~wBw8j-D Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries, Vietnam War
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