Vietnam War Veterans Day 2021


Vietnam War Veterans Day

Vietnam War Veterans Day is on March 29. To pay homage to our veterans, we have curated this listing of events, memorials, and online exhibits that honor those who served in Vietnam.

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vvmf-logoThe Wall of Faces

The virtual Wall of Faces features a page dedicated to honoring and remembering every person whose name is inscribed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.  The Wall of Faces allows family and friends to share memories, post pictures and connect with each other. https://www.vvmf.org/Wall-of-Faces/

In Memory Program

VVMF’s In Memory program honors those who returned home from Vietnam and later died.  To have a loved one considered for the In Memory program in 2021, you must submit your application to VVMF by March 29, 2021.  https://www.vvmf.org/IM-Application-2021/


Commemoration Online

Our commemoration of National Vietnam War Veterans Day on March 29th will be virtual this year. Please join us at 1 p.m. ET on March 29th at www.honorvietnamveterans.org or on our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/vietnamveteransmemorialfund


Vietnam War Commemoration

Offers a huge variety of information, history, resource materials, and event listings. A must visit site for Vietnam War Veterans Day.

Visit: https://www.vietnamwar50th.com/

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United War Veterans Council

Saturday, March 27, 2021, 9:00 AM — Vietnam Veterans Plaza @ 55 Water Street, New York, NY

Reading of NYC and NY State Proclamations, Presentation of 2021 Patrick L. Gualtieri Service to Vietnam Veterans Award to Vince McGowan, Wreath Laying

2021 Vietnam Veterans Day


“Know Your Rights: Veterans Benefits” By Vietnam Veterans Of America And Veterans’ Voice Of America

Are you currently serving, or have you served, in the U.S. Military? Is there a veteran in your life? Join the National Museum of the US Army on March 29, 2021 — 6:30 p.m. EST to commemorate Vietnam Veterans Day and learn more about veteran benefits. VVA and Veterans’ Voice of America will provide an introductory overview of the various benefits offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. This event is open to the public and will include time for Q&A. This is a virtual event. Register here: https://www.thenmusa.org/events/


https://www.thenmusa.org/events/Siouxland Freedom Park Resumes Vietnam War Veterans Day Observance

Starting at 5:30 p.m. on March 29, the gates will open at the South Sioux City Drive-In Theatre complex next to the soccer fields on Riverview Drive.

https://ktiv.com/2021/03/18/siouxland-freedom-park-resumes-vietnam-war-veterans-day-observance/


Vietnam War Veterans and Their Families Invited to March 27th Event in Murfreesboro

The “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Fair” will be at Northside Baptist Church in Murfreesboro on Saturday, March 27th.

https://www.wgnsradio.com/article/67035/vietnam-war-veterans-and-their-families-invited-to-march-27th-event-in-murfreesboro


Welcome Home Event Goes Virtual

Safe Harbor Hospice is once again planning a proper welcome home for all Vietnam Veterans of the area.

https://dailyjournalonline.com/community/democrat-news/welcome-home-event-goes-virtual/article_b7748b35-5830-5332-85e1-59682cff781f.html


Jackson County Vietnam Vets to be Honored

For information about the DAR drive-by event, contact Mary Pistelli at 304-372-6459.

https://www.jacksonnewspapers.com/story/news/2021/03/18/jackson-county-vietnam-vets-honored/4754827001/


Annual Vietnam Veterans Celebration Set for March 29

The Minot Vet Center will be hosting the Vietnam Veterans 9th Annual Celebration on Monday, March 29, from 5-7 p.m. at the Grand Hotel in Minot. (North Dakota)

https://www.minotdailynews.com/news/local-news/2021/03/annual-vietnam-veterans-celebration-set-for-march-29/


Plans are in motion to honor Vietnam vets on March 29

The program will be at 10 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Wall in Port Royal Park, also known as Fischer Park at Port Royal, at 4285 Port Royal Road in Spring Hill. (TN)

http://www.williamsonherald.com/communities/plans-are-in-motion-to-honor-vietnam-vets-on-march-29/article_83dc24fa-8770-11eb-b015-a372aa267985.html


Vietnam veterans to receive tribute

After the reading of the proclamation and the serving of refreshments, the Royse City Fire and Police Departments, the American Legion Riders, and members of the Dallas Model A Club will drive in a mini parade at Royse City Medical Lodge at 2 p.m., in honor of a Vietnam veteran who is a resident there. (TX)

https://www.roysecityheraldbanner.com/news/local_news/vietnam-veterans-to-receive-tribute/article_4d4f63c2-881d-11eb-9af1-63be9ea3dc7e.html


Vietnam War Veterans Day Ceremony to be Held at Highland County Veterans Memorial
March 29

A ceremony commemorating National Vietnam War Veterans Day will be held Monday, March 29 at 11 a.m. at the Highland County Veterans Memorial. The memorial is located on the southwest corner of the Highland County Courthouse lawn. The public is invited to attend. (Ohio)

https://highlandcountypress.com/Content/In-The-News/Social/Article/Vietnam-War-Veterans-Day-ceremony-to-be-held-at-Highland-County-Veterans-Memorial-March-29/2/74/66312


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VFW Post 3962 Corinth, MS

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Behind The Lines Project – American War Letters

The Behind the Lines Team, Andy Carroll, Barbara Harrison, Richard Craig and Celia Straus invite you for a special event on March 30 to celebrate National Vietnam War Veterans Day with an experiential celebration of the BTL podcast and a tour of the world’s first virtual war letters museum.  March 30, Tuesday at 2:30  PM EST

Register Here: https://virtual5oclock.com/events/


Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration

Gilchrist’s Virtual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration will be held on Sunday, March 28, 2021, at 3 p.m. EST. Join this virtual celebration of service to honor and thank the men and women in our community who served during the Vietnam War. Registration is required. Learn more or register here: https://gilchristcares.org/events/welcome-home-celebration/