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Saturday, March 12, 2016

Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Trail (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
July 17, 2014-March 01, 2021
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Prentice
126 Cherry St. Rm 104
Phillips,WI
11111

The Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Trail is located in Price County and has 13 markers to represent the 13 years of service and sacrifice of the brothers and sisters in arms. The markers denote events of the war that were deemed important by Vietnam Veterans. The trail is a commemorative project to remind the public of the sacrifices made by this group of unheralded veterans.
 

Newspaper Insert (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 01, 2015-November 11, 2017
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Fremont County
720 W. Pershing Ave
Riverton,WY
82501

Interview inserts into local papers on Vietnam Veteran interviews.
 

Monthly "Brown Bag Lunch" for Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 11, 2015-December 27, 2017
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Farmington Town Hall
1000 County Road 8
Farmington,NY
14425

Farmington has over 200 Vietnam veterans living in the community but there is no veterans organization for them to gather and meet. The veterans will be able to to do this when they attend the "Bring your own brown bag" lunches which will be held at the Farmington Town Hall from 11 am to 1 pm the second Wednesday of each month until December 2017. The main focus is to give the veterans a place where they can casually gather and share but a short program will be designed by sometimes inviting guest speakers. The local DAR chapter will present certificates to all Vietnam veterans who attend.
 

Information tabletop display at VA Hospital in Omaha, NE (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 11, 2015-December 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
VA Hospital in Omaha, NE
4101 Woolworth
Omaha,NE
68105

402-468-5327

To make veterans and the public aware of the 50th Commemoration of the Vietnam war; handing out information on Vietnam veterans issues, agent orange issues, and health concerns for Vietnam veterans. Tabletop display is held at the VA Hospital the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month for 8 hours per day.
 

Vietnam – A Retrospective on the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
May 01, 2015-March 01, 2017
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Veterans Museum and Memorial Center
2115 Park Blvd.
San Diego,CA
92101

Can you add sending 1 set of posters (every one of them). This is for an exhibit he is doing in San Diego that will go till 2017, so I think based on what he’s doing, we can send 1 of everything. Opening ceremony of new permanent exhibit on the Vietnam Experience on the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War. Exhibits, displays, timelines, oral histories, and personal stories tell the experiences of San Diegans in the Vietnam War on 4/30/2015. Exhibit opens to public on May 1st, 2015.
 

They Served With Honor: Vietnam (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
May 24, 2015-May 22, 2017
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Newspaper/online and hardcover book
170 Star Lane
Casper,WY
82604

Each week a different Vietnam veteran will be profiled in full-page newspaper features. The profiles are published online at www.trib.com/honor with additional photos, audio and other assets. in 2017, a hardcover book of all the profiles will be published. A book signing event will be hosted and each veteran featured will be gifted a copy of the book by our sponsors and fellow commemorative committee members.
 

Coweta County Salutes its Vietnam Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
September 07, 2015-May 13, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Newnan High School
190 Lagrange Street
Newnan,GA
30263

We are working with the Georgia Department of Veterans Affairs to award a Certificate of Honor to all local Vietnam Veterans.
 

Certificates and pins (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
August 01, 2015-December 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
TBA
TBA
Erie County,NY
14127

To present veterans from Erie Co. New York with certificates from the DAR and label pins to thank them for their service.
 

Focused Outreach Activities (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
September 01, 2015-March 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
New York State Outreach events/office location
2 Empire State Plaza
Albany,NY
12223

Our agency (NYS DVA) advocates and assists Veterans and their families, including conducting numerous and on-going Outreach events, for example- recently honoring female Vietnam Veterans at NYS's Vietnam Veteran Museum. The materials we request will help us to specifically connect with and honor Vietnam Veterans.
 

Thank a Vietnam Veteran (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 08, 2016-September 15, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Ira Owen Kreager American Legion Post 384
501 E. Penn St.
Hoopeston,IL
60942

To thank the Vietnam veterans and those lost during the war in the Hoopeston area with a meal and a lapel pin at the Hoopeston American Legion Post.
 

Vietnam War Memorial Museum (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
August 10, 2015-August 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Greene County
6265 Spring Hill Road
Ruckersville,VA
22968

The Memorial is open year round to educate the public on the Vietnam War and the veterans who served in it. It is run by veteran volunteers and supported by various veteran organizations.They would like a commemorative flag to fly at the memorial museum.
 

Vietnam Commemoration (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
September 15, 2015-September 15, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
2nd Region, MOPH
Red Top Road
Buffalo,MO
65622

I travel throughout an 11 state area and visit with many veterans, their families and various veteran organizations. Am in need of materials to hand out to people so word can spread about the commemoration. Am working on a Purple Heart Event in Branson, Missouri to take place 21-23 April 2016. Last year had 250 Purple Heart Recipients, and their spouses, in attendance, mostly Vietnam veterans.
 

New York Mets Annual Military Appreciation Day (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
September 02, 2015-May 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
CitiField
120-01 Roosevelt Avenue
Flushing,NY
11368

This will be the 9th annual New York Mets Military Appreciation day which is held in conjunction with Fleet Week New York. Veterans will be lining the warning track, promotion ceremonies on the field, video shout outs, joint services color guard, military/veteran outreach organizations will also be present to provide veterans services
 

A Medical History of the Vietnam War (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 10, 2016-March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Doubletree Hotel
37 NE Interstate Loop 410
San Antonio,TX
78216

This is both an academic conference to examine medical care during the Vietnam War and advances stemming from the war, and to honor and thank Vietnam-era veterans and the federal civilian employees in hospitals who cared for patients. There will be a dignified event to thank veterans for their service, details to be determined.
 

Vietnam Display (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
October 31, 2015-March 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Christopher Newport University
1 Avenue of the Arts
Newport News,VA
23606

University will allow display of VN memorablia and books in library display case on a rotating basis. Will also provide web site with materials for possible student study. Will display Presidential Proclamation as well as posters developed by your organization.
 

Chief, National Guard Bureau State Visits (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
October 19, 2015-September 15, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
50 States & Territories
1636 Defense Pentagon
Washington,DC

State Visits
 

Honoring our Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
November 07, 2015-May 30, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
DAR Meeting
9697 Mayacoo Club Dr.
Wellington,FL
33411

A DAR meeting, lunch, certificate. To honor the brave men and women who serve, both in Vietnam and at home.
 

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Relocation Project (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
October 01, 2015-July 01, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Beaverton Veterans Memorial Park
7th and Watson Streets
Beaverton,OR

Beaverton Post #124 is refurbishing and relocating one of the oldest Vietnam Veterans Memorials in the United States. The Memorial, dedicated in June 1968, lists all the Oregonians killed in the war as of the date of dedication, many added later. The building where this memorial was for almost fifty years had sold and the remodeling put the memorial in harms way. The Beaverton Post has removed the Memorial from its old location and it is safely stored. The Post is presently securing funds to build the Memorial's permanent home in our Veterans Memorial Park. This is an expensive project, approx $130,000. We have secured $63,000 to date but we are reaching out to the community, organizations and corporations for financial help. Please visit our website for more information: www.beavertonpost124.org .
 

Veterans Day (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
November 11, 2015-November 11, 2018
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Chesapeake City Hall
301 Cedar RD
Chesapeake,VA
23322

Theme for the City Veterans Day Program is "Chesapeake Remembers its Vietnam Veterans." Speaker is a Combat Infantry enlisted man who served in the infantry. Our Vietnam Veteran's will be seated and welcomed by the Mayor and distribution of pins made in public.
 

On going letter campagin (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
November 05, 2015-December 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Country Wide
PO Box 1383
Bluffton,SC
29910

Dear Vietnam Vet is an ongoing project getting thank you letters into the hands of Vietnam Vets. Anyone can write a thank you letter and DVV mails them and gives them to Vietnam Vets. We also put some of the support materials below into the letters. Any Vietnam Vet can register to receive a thank you letter or anyone can write a thank you letter and send it in at www.dearvietnamvet.com
 

Certificates of Appreciation (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
November 06, 2015-November 04, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
None
None
Hoover,AL
35022

We are preparing and awarding certificates of appreciation to Vietnam veterans. These are already being distributed. We would like veteran tie pins to accompany the certificates.
 

Distributing at our Veterans Information Center (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
November 08, 2015-December 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Veterans Information Center
1507 North Dixie Hwy.
Elizabethtown,KY
42701

We would like to place your Vietnam War Commemoration materials in our Veterans Information Center to honor Vietnam Veterans and their families who come our way. Besides the Veterans Information Center, we also have five other booths which includes: Wall of Honor / Heroes All, Sgt. Mom's Cantina & Buddy's Room. Thank you! Sincerely, Sgt. Mom
 

Vietnam Moment (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
November 05, 2015-November 03, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Elk Horn Prairie chapter meetings
15320 Highway 174
Mt. Vernon,MO

To share a short informational fact at each meeting to highlight the service of the Armed Services during the Vietnam War. We began with "General Shinseki's Six Pillars: A Philosophy of Soldiering", will continue on with the objectives of the Vietnam War Commemoration and talking points published on the Commemoration website. We will also use "This week in history" from the website, share pictures from Vietnam War displays and facts and pictures from "Armies of the Vietnam War 1962 - 75"
 

2015-2016 General Membership Meetings (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
December 17, 2015-June 08, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Killeen Civic & Conference Center
3601 South W.S. Young Drive
Kileen,TX
76542

At each of the Central Texas-Fort Hood Chapter's general membership events this fiscal year, we the largest AUSA Chapter in the Uited States would like to recognize Vietnam Veterans publicly by presenting each with a VWC lapel pin in honor of their service. The Chapter's proximity to the retiree population around Fort Hood makes us and these events uniquely qualified to do so. The Central Texas-Fort Hood Chapter of the Association of the United States Army hosted a General Membership meeting at the Anderson Student Center on the campus of Central Texas College in Killeen, Texas on December 17, 2015. The Keynote address was given by General Robert Abrams the Commanding General of FORSCOM. General (R) Robert M. Shoemaker, LTG (R) Horace G. Taylor and LTG (R) Paul Funk (all Vietnam Veterans) were each presented their VWC lapel pins. Subsequently, all three retired General Officers participated in the recognition and pinning of (15) additional Vietnam Veterans with their VWC lapel pins.
 

Honoring Our Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 11, 2016-May 09, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Marion Post 298
625 31st St
Marion,IA
52302

The Marion American Legion Post will be honoring the Vietnam veterans in the community this winter and spring. Monthly meeting at the Post are open to all veterans, not just American Legion members. We plan on distributing lapel pins at all meeting. We also have veterans in local care facilities, nursing homes and retirement homes who are unable to travel. We plan on going out to those facilities and honoring those who have served. The Post conducts fish fries each Friday during lent, again open to the public. Plans include reaching out to the Vietnam veterans in attendance and distributing lapel pins during those weekly events. All total, we could have some 20 separate but related events during the time specified. Plans are being discussed to hold an event in late April, early May to commemorate the end of the Vietnam war. That would be a separate event and support request. I have buttons on hand following the Veterans Day events.
 

Marker Dedication (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
November 11, 2015-November 11, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Cooper County Courthouse
200 Main
Boonville,MO
65233

To honor Vietnam veterans and their families.
 

VN Veteran recognition (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 01, 2016-June 01, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Chickasaw Veterans Service Office
260 E Prospect Street
New Hampton,IA
50659

641-394-3232

To recognize Vietnam Veterans of Chickasaw County
 

Distribution of Pens to VETS That are Members - NON-EVENT (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
December 01, 2015-March 30, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
TCA Headquarters
555 E. Braddock Road
Alexandria,VA
22314

703-838-1950

Non - Event Distribution of Members that are VETS
 

VWC Lapel Pin Mail-out Program (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
December 04, 2015-March 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
The EC-47 History Site
4213 Green Meadow Drive
San Angelo,TX
76904

The EC-47 History Site has sponsored and co-sponsored eight VWC events so far this year. Please see our after action reports. Also, we have either sponsored or supported additional ceremonies for Vietnam War veterans in nursing homes or for those unable to attend our organized group events. During our group ceremonies, we receive many requests for lapel pins and other VWC materials for eligible family member and friends veterans living outside of the Concho Valley, and in most cases, outside the state. Using the VWC partner portal, we attempt to locate participating VWC partners in a close proximity to the requesting veterans. . .and ask that partner to make contact and include these individual veterans in their planned programs. This has not been as successful as we had hoped. Failing to locate a participating VWC partner leaves us with few alternatives, so we have established a mail-out package that The EC-47 History Site will prepare and mail to eligible Vietnam War and Vietnam War-era veterans. The mail-out packages include: a high-quality blue pocket folder to hold a copy of the Presidential proclamation, individual VWC fact sheets, a commemorative lapel pin and fact sheet, and a sticker and information sheets explaining the VWC seal and flag. The EC-47 History Site has a robust committee and a number of these supporting organizations are including materials that focus on the VWC objectives...principally to honor and thank each of these mail-out recipients in a special way. This request is for an approximate 4-month supply of support materials to be used only in this mail-out program. We intend to submit an after action report o/a March 31, 2016 to account for the success of this program (measured by the feedback we receive from participating veterans.) We appreciate the solid guidance provided by VWC representative Trina M. Chisholm as we developed this mail-out program. Thanks for your support as well.
 

Historic Preservation Project of Star of Destiny (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 07, 2015-March 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Katy Library
5414 Franz Rd
Katy,TX
77493

Our DAR chapter's Historic Preservation is collecting questionnaires regarding Vietnam Veterans experiences. This is an ongoing project and will conclude in March 2016. These questionnaires will be converted into a narrative form and compiled for the Katy Library.
 

On Going Meetings/Events  (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
December 14, 2015-December 01, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Many
257 W Grand Island Dr
Eagle,ID
83616

Need more Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pins
 

Our Only Mission -Thanking Veterans Everyday, Everywhere (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 01, 2016-December 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Throughout the Midwest States
2619 Shannon Avenue
Jenning,IL
63136

The mission of my organization is to "Thank Veterans for their service everyday, everywhere." So my mission is on going day to day. Everyday, I meet Vietnam Era Veterans and their family members and I award them a Thank You Packet (consist of a thank you card and special dog tag) for their service or for the service of their family member. I would like to have the Tin Pin to accompany my Thank You Packets that I award specifically to Vietnam Era Veterans.
 

Never Forget  (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
December 21, 2015-June 30, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Bremer County Veterans Affairs
203 1st Ave. NE
Waverly,IA
50677

To honor the service of Vietnam Veterans and their families.
 

New Mexico Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 02, 2016-April 02, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Special Collections Library
423 Central Avenue NE
Albuquerque,NM
87102

To honor Veterans and specifically those that served in Vietnam. The monthly genealogical meetings are held and we anticipate that in four months we can honor close to 30 Vietnam Veterans. We have asked for a listing of all genealogy members who are Vietnam era Vets and have rec'd 25 including one female. We do anticipate a few more at these meetings.
 

Honoring Local Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
December 15, 2015-May 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Wise County Forgotten Wars Museum
1308 10th Street
Bridgeport,TX

Several Walls in the museum have been dedicated to honoring the Vietnam Veterans..The Commerative Flag is displayed and personalized tours are being conducted especially for the Vietnam Veterans and their families.
 

Vietnam Veterans' Interviews (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 04, 2015-December 27, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Newspaper Office
1521 Imlay City Road
Lapeer,MI
48446

The Lapeer County Committee members proposed to the county newspaper that they run an interview of a Vietnam Veteran once a month for the three years of the National Commemoration. The Lapeer County Press agreed and has run full page up to 1 1/4 pages of individual interviews of Lapeer County Vietnam Veterans. The articles have been very educational and have given a very real picture of the war from our heroes eyes. This publication covers more than Lapeer County. Public publication 2015-2018 Anticipated attendance is a guess as I don't know the county distribution hard copy and internet.
 

Patriots Challenge (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Jackson Hill Marina
1705 FM 2851
Broaddus,TX
75929

Patriots Challenge and American Legion Bass Fishing Series Vietnam Vets honored at each monthly event.
 

Marine Corps League Vietnam Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Desoto Detachment 588
TBD
Bradenton,FL
34205

we will be honoring and presenting the DAR certificate and lapel pin to the Desoto Detachment 588 Marine Corps Vietnam Veterans
 

Stories From Home: The Vietnam War (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 01, 2016-December 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Tipton County Museum
751 Bert Johnston Ave.,
Covington,TN
38019

This will be a museum exhibit displaying photos and stories of citizens of Tipton County who served in the Vietnam War. Our Opening Reception will be February 18 from 6:30 until 8:00, and we will be honoring several Vietnam Veterans that evening.
 

Vietnam Museum Display (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 04, 2016-June 06, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Throckmorton Library
1-3346 Randolph Street
Fort Bragg,NC
28310

The purpose of this display is to raise awareness of the 50th Commemoration of the Vietnam War. It highlights life for an American soldier during that time period. Another purpose of the display is to enlighten patrons about the sacrifices by those who fought in the war.
 

2016 Year of the Vietnam Veterans of Salome (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 02, 2016-December 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
VFW Post 3708
66558 Hall St.
Salome,AZ
85348

Post will have Morning Coffee all Year Sunday through Tuesday. Bingo Every Saturday Night. Special Dinners. Flag Burning Ceremony. All will honor the Service of Vietnam Veterans. The hall will have displays of the time line of the war. Veterans will be asked to talk about their times there. Hoping to include the local High School and Elementary school with history displays and talks with our Vietnam Veterans.
 

Knight of Columbus and Fonda Legion Meeting (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 14, 2016-April 07, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Columbus and Fonda Legion
Main St
Fonda,IA
50540

Presented Vietnam veterans with a pin.
 

Vietnam Veterans's Luncheon  (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Waynesboro Country Club
11000 Country Club Road
Waynesboro,PA
19301

To show honor and respect for the service that Vietnam Veterans rendered during the war and show appreciation for them for their sacrifice and dedication during a time in our country's history when veterans were treated with disdainfully when they returned from service. In this luncheon the NSDAR hopes to to be a part of a healing event for Vietnam Veterans. Their will be a luncheon at the Waynesboro Country Club and a speaker, LTC Todd Kelly, who will talk on a related military topic and to their hearts about a difficult time in the past and show them respect for their service and sacrifice to our country. The veterans will be acknowledged and given a great meal at the luncheon as a thank you that is long overdue.
 

Honoring Our Vietnam Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 01, 2016-April 30, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Aldersgate Village
7220 SW Asbury Dr.
Topeka,KS
66546

The ceremony is in the planning stages but we plan to honor each Vietnam Era Veteran. Local dignitaries will be in attendance for our presentation of the lapel pins. We will be collaborating with the local Vietnam Veterans Chapter. Final date has not been set although will be scheduled within noted range.
 

Random Acts of Pinning (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 28, 2016-April 30, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Special Collections Library
423 Central Ave NE
Albuquerque,NM
87102

At our monthly DAR meeting in January, the ladies attending will be given the opportunity to take a small number of pins, brochures, seals and bumper stickers to give out to Vietnam Veterans they may know or live with and also to random Vets they may see in the stores, BX, commissary, clinics, hospitals, etc. The ladies will be asked to keep track of how many pins they give out and a log of the Vets' reactions or responses. Many of the pins I have personally given out spawn very interesting stories!
 

Chapter Meeting (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 14, 2016-December 30, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
VFW Post 1114
110 N Wabash
Evansville,IN
47703

As Regent of the Capt. Henry Vanderburgh Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, I plan on taking lapel pins along when I attend events at the local VFW, American Legion, Veterans Day Parade, Fall Festival Parade, and Christmas Parade. On behalf of the Chapter I also services at the local Cemeteries on Veteran's Day and at Memorial Day. These will also be given to honor the spouses of several of our Chapter members who are Vietnam Vets. I will also take them to our State Convention for the other Chapter's to take to their spouse's.
 

Veterans Club Monthly Meetings (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 24, 2016-December 21, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Solivita
100 Solivita Blvd
Kissimmee,FL
34759

Club monthly meetings will recognize veterans and their families. Additionally, Club has extensive Orlando, Florida VA outreach program drawing literally hundreds of veterans wanting to learn about benefits and programs. Hanging the materials will allow our club to exend recognition to a larger community.
 

Vietnam Veteran Reunion (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 12, 2016-January 02, 2017
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Jed Smith State Park
Hwy 199
Crescent City,CA
95531

We wish to order the Vietnam Veterans Lapel pins. We will be distrubiting them to the Veterans at the reunion. We will also be presenting them to the Vets that meet at the VFW monthly and to the Vets on Vietnam Veterans Day.
 

Honoring Our Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 13, 2016-December 30, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Picadilly Cafeteria
11810 Dale Mabry Hwy
Tampa,FL
33618

certificates will be given this is ongoing as we recognize more veterans
 

DAR Chapter Luncheon Meeting (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 13, 2016-December 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Carnegie Center
329 W. 10th Street
Lorain,OH
44052

To honor and thank Vietnam Veterans and support staff for their service. This is an ongoing activity that occurs at our monthly meetings throughout the year. Lunch is provided and certificates, lapel pins, and materials are given to our Vietnam veterans. Colors were posted by our local JROTC group. The Lorain Mayor, Chase Ritenauer, spoke. Following the luncheon, Regent Mary Jane Burger also spoke using many of the talking points provided by the Commemoration. Lapel pins and certificates were presented. Gift bags containing a copy of the Proclamation, fact sheet, tin pins, stickers, and a small box of Valentine candy were also given. Many people commented on what a wonderful event it was. It was very successful.
 

Vietnam War Commemorative Community Awareness (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 15, 2016-December 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Milwaukee Professional Firefighters Local 215
5625 W Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee,WI
53212

Recognize and honor the Vietnam Veterans within the Milwaukee Fire Dept.
 

Visiting Vietnam Veterans V A Hospital (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 23, 2016-December 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
V A Hospital
3421 Hawkins
Iowa City ,IA
52240

Our Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter has an office at the V A Hospital where we assist Veterans on health issues and filing claims .We also visit patients every three months . We will be giving out 50th commemoration pins and stickers to the Vietnam Veteran Veterans we come in contact with . Also to those in the Hallways and waiting areas who have Vietnam hats on .
 

4th Annual NEK Veterans Summit (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Lyndon State College
Vail Hill
Lyndonville,VT
05851

"To bring veterans, their families and Veteran service organizations together to build relationships, stronger connections, and an enhanced regional support network in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont and northern New Hampshire." Our chapter table will provide lapel pins and chapter certificates to Vietnam era veterans who attend; our display will include the commemorative flag. The event included 60 exhibitors, keynote speakers and workshops. Our chapter displayed the Commemorative Flag on gold curtains as our backdrop. Individual presentations of lapel pins, DAR Certificates of Appreciation and stickers/pins were made to each Vietnam era veteran who came to our table. We thanked them, shook their hands, said "Welcome Home" and personally attached their pin. Several other organizations took the brochure to consider becoming a Commemorative Partner. We also answered questions about NSDAR and our support of veterans. The college media students filmed aspects of the overall event. Our chapter submitted photos with report to our state and chapter DAR newsletters. We provided stickers to a Veterans Administration Hospital (White River Junction, VT) to give to each of the 20 Therapy Support group members. We intend to present our remaining items to local veterans that could not attend that day. We distributed Lapel Pin Fact Sheets to all or chapter members at the March 19th meeting to help promote the program. Note: Since this report was written and first submitted in early April (but just notified it was blank upon receipt), we have finished distributing all of the lapel pins, stickers and materials received, except the brochures.
 

Fall of Saigon (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 29, 2016-April 29, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
NM Veterans Memorialo
1100 Louisiana Blvd SE
Albuquerque,NM
87108

Gathering around our Vietnam Veteran's statue and talk about what happened on this day. Plan on inviting the students from nearby school.
 

Recognizing Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 29, 2016-March 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
American Legion Post 180
1331 Seling Ave
Baltimore,MD
21237

At a dinner meeting. Need Lapel pins and Proclamations.
 

91st Nevada State Society Conference Daughters ofnthe American Revolution (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Peppermill Resort
South Virginia St.
RENO,NV
89502

We will be showing b/w photos from the war years, sponsoring Vietnam Veterans & their families to our DAR banquet, featuring a retired Navy Seal Vietnam Veteran speaker,presenting them with DAR Certificates honoring their bravery in a presentation folder with a full color print of the 50th Commemorative flag.
 

Vietnam Era Pin presentation (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 01, 2016-April 01, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Houston County
310 Hankins Hollow lane
Tennessee Ridge,TN
37178

We have developed a list of all Vietnam Era Vets who have lived in Houston County (277). This work was done in conjunction with the development of our Veterans wall listing by name all Vets who have ever lived in Houston County (over 2200). We plan to visit the home of all Vets we are unable to reach via American Legion, VFW and local churches and present the pin and a Thank you for your Service to each Vet. VFW Post 9689 has the lead on this project and we plan to involve local business and other volunteers for assistance. We are able to make this personal because we have names of all our Vets and can locate them because we are a small county (8000 population). Note: We would like the Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin and sticker in the number listed.
 

Home Show Veterans Booth (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 11, 2016-March 13, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Central Michigan University
200 W Broomfield St
Mt Pleasant ,MI
48858

Bring awareness to the needs to all Veterans and especially honor Vietnam Veterans to Welcome them Home and give them tokens of appreciation from a grateful nation. Sign up eligible Veterans and family members and general public for DAR,VFW,VFW Aux, American Legion, Forgotten Eagles, Veteran Horse Therapy, explain programs available to help Vietnam Veterans and other Veterans. Golf outing sign up to raise scholarship funds for Student Veterans at CMU and other local schools. Raffle tickets for 4x4 through Forgotten Eagles to help Veterans throughout the year with needs as they arise.
 

Steuben County Salutes our Vietnam Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 22, 2016-May 07, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Veterans Service Agency
3 E. Pulteney Square
Bath,NY
14810

We will be presenting each Vietnam Veteran that comes into our agency during this time period a pin, stickers and brochure. We will have informational presentations by our agency and register them for any VA and New York State benefits they may be eligible for. Our Agency serves approximately 10,000 veterans, of which 45-50% served in or during Vietnam.
 

Various Lapel Pin Presentations (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 02, 2016-October 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Veterans Memorial Way
Pink Hill Park
Blue Springs,MO
64015

We are planning to dedicate a tree and an engraved plaque in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War this spring; also will have random opportunities to present lapel pins to Vietnam Veterans throughout the year, working together with VVA-Kansas City Chapter and other area Vietnam Veterans.
 

Community Outreach (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 01, 2016-April 30, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Jacksonville, FL
117 West Duval Street
Jacksonville,FL
32202

Reaching out to the local community; handing out materials to bring awareness of the Vietnam War Anniversary and honoring local Vietnam veterans. Plan to visit VFWs, American Legions, local businesses, etc. Working in conjunction with the City of Jacksonville, Military Affairs and Veterans Services Department.
 

Cahuilla Chapter Meetings (8) (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 19, 2016-October 21, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Mission Hills
34-600 Mission Hills Drive
Rancho Mirage,CA
92270

To honor Vietnam Veterans each month who are in attendance/guest speakers. (Note: we have been doing this since October 2014 -- we would like to have the pins to award past and future veterans)
 

Commanders Recognition Dinner (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 04, 2016-May 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
American Legion Post 284
505 Springdale Avenue
Colonial Heights,VA
23834

Our AL Post 284 is celebrating its 70th Anniversary of service to Veterans and the community. The 1st Quarter is devoted to honoring Vietnam Veterans. The other quarters will be themed to honor, WWII, Korea, and other eras. There are Vietnam Veteran events planned for April an May as well, but I have not gotten all of the information from our Post 70th Celebration Committee.
 

Unoccupied Seat (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 03, 2016-May 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
John L. Throckmorton Library
1-3346 Randolph Stree
Fort Bragg,NC
28310

Dedicated by the Dogwood Chapter American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. Serving as a reminder of those that have not returned home and in remembrance of their sons and daughters who paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving this country.
 

Wisconsin Chapter, Third Marine Division Honoring Vietnam-Era Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Clarion Hotel
5311 S Howell Ave
Milwaukee,WI
53207

Wisconsin Chapter, Third Marine Division Association will honor Vietnam-era Veterans at their quarterly meeting on March 12, 2016 at the Clarion Hotel, Milwaukee Airport. Our event was a success. Our Association President, Major General David Bice, USMC (Ret), was in attendance and presented the Vietnam veteran pins. It was a great honor for all of us to be part of the ceremony.
 

NSDAR Hawaii State Conference (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Royal Kona Resort
75-5852 Alii Drive
Kailua-Kona,HI
96740

Brigadier General (Ret.) Raymond Gandy, who served two tours in Vietnam, will be the keynote speaker at the Hawaii State Conference luncheon. We will honor Vietnam-era veteran attendees with certificates and lapel pins. NSDAR members and guests whose family members served during the Vietnam-era will be honored as well. We will also display the photographs of the 53 fallen Vietnam heroes of Hawai'i County and other memorabilia collected by members of the Hawai'i Loa Chapter, NSDAR.
 

Take Me home Huey exhibition PSAM (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 18, 2016-April 30, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Palm Springs Air Museum
745 N. Gene Autry Trail
Palm Springs,CA
92262

A multi-media art project, Take Me Home Huey was created by Light Horse Legacy partner artist Steve Maloney from the remains of a Huey helicopter that was shot down in 1969 during a medical rescue in Vietnam. The serial number of the Huey is 67-17174; the aircraft is commonly known as #174. The crew chief Gary Dubach and the medic Stephen Schumacher of the 15th Medical Battalion, 1st Cavalry Div. died bravely during the medical rescue attempt. The aircraft was found by Viet Nam War 50th Commemorative partner Light Horse Legacy (LHL), a 501(c)3 non-profit focused on Post-Traumatic Stress. LHL researched, re-skinned and restored the helicopter for Maloney, who then repurposed it into art for healing. Maloney’s Take Me Home Huey 42-foot long art installation combines a Huey helicopter used in Vietnam and turned into art for healing and to inspire conversation. The other elements of the art installation are a documentary film that is in the editing process, a commissioned Take Me Home Huey song as well as a detailed website with information about this particular Huey helicopter, the artist as well as resources about Post-Traumatic Stress (PTSD)along with the advances of air and medical technology. The helicopter’s history and artistic mission is significant; Take Me Home Huey honors Vietnam veterans, inspires conversation, promotes healing, and helps raise awareness for PTSD treatment services. The Nov. 2015 inaugural exhibition in Peoria, AZ reunited surviving 174 crewmembers and families connected to the aircraft. A time capsule in 174 preserves artifacts of the war for future generations, including a signed book by ex-POW Senator John McCain. The “healing helicopter” will be on public display February 18 thru April 30, 2016 at The Palm Springs Air Museum, Palm Springs CA: open daily from 10am to 5pm. A Guide by Cell exhibition guide accessed thru smart-phones enhances the installation
 

Vietnam War Veteran Recognition, ASDAR State Conference (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
1850 Hoselton Rd
Fairbanks,AK
99709

Members of Alaska Society DAR have sponsored lunch for a Fairbanks, Alaska-area Vietnam Veteran. The veterans will be recognized and awarded the NSDAR certificate by their hostess and the State Regent, Judith Dean at the ASDAR State Conference Luncheon.
 

Lapel Pin Presentations at The Wall (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 16, 2016-April 01, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial
5 Henry Bacon Dr. NW
Washington DC,DC
20242

The Park Service Volunteers at The Wall will be presenting Vietnam veteran lapel pins to Vietnam veterans visiting The Wall
 

Ongoing Recognition of Vietnam Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 01, 2016-December 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Throughout Massachusetts
2200 Hanscom Drive
Bedford,MA
01730

Senior leadership of the Massachusetts National Guard will give pins to Vietnam veterans at many scheduled and unscheduled events.
 

Bedside Honoring Services (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 01, 2016-December 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Patient Homes
n/a
Chicagoland area,IL
60559

Our organization provides hospice care to dying Veterans. For each Veteran, we have a bedside honoring service at their home which could include a nursing home or hospital. The family of the Veteran is invited as well as staff from a facility is applicable. We conduct this pinning service and utilize a company red, white blue pin. We would like to start using your commemorative pin for our Veterans who served in Vietnam. This would not be one big event but many personal pinning ceremonies. I am asking for 20 lapel pins per our numbers from last years statistics. We will also have large group events this year but are not ready for help with those yet.
 

Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 22, 2016-November 11, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Memorial Hall
83 Court Street
Plymouth,MA
02360

The town of Plymouth will recognize Vietnam Veterans and their families during Veterans Day ceremony at Memorial Hall on Nov 11, 2016. Plans call to present each veteran with a challenge coin and other items and for a collation after the ceremony.
 

50 commemorative (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 01, 2016-May 11, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Layton City
Layton pkW
Layton,UT
84041

to bring awareness of the anniversary of the vietnam war and to honor those who have served.
 

Vietnam Veteran Pin Presentataion (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 09, 2016-March 16, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
St Louis Missouri Veterans Home
10600 Louis and Clark Blvd.
St. Louis,MO
63136

Present Vietnam Veteran Pin to qualified Veterans
 

Renewal Coalition Cookout (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
The Loxahatchee River
66 Riverside Dr.
Jupiter ,FL
33458

The local Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter will be mentors and provide a BBQ for wounded Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans at a Wounded Veterans Charitable Organization on the Loxahatchee River in Florida. The local Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 25 will be honored by the Renewal Coalition of Jupiter.
 

Vietnam Veterans Appreciation (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 01, 2016-December 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
U.S. Army Airborne and Special Operations Museum
100 Bragg Boulevard
Fayetteville,NC
28301

To hand out pins to thank and honor Veterans of the Vietnam War and their families who visit the museum. Our average yearly attendance in 148,000.
 

GDVS Supported State Certificate of Honor and DoD Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin Events (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Marine Barracks at Fort Benning
Fort Benning
Fort Benning,GA
31905

Publicly honor and recognize Vietnam Veterans with the State Certificate of Honor and DoD Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin presentation. All events will be directly supported by GDVS Central Office and attended by GDVS personnel either from Atlanta or from the local Veteran Field Service Office.
 

Church Recognition of Vietnam Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 01, 2016-March 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Oak Hill Baptist Church
Williamson Rd
Griffin,GA
30224

Recognition of Vietnam Veterans. Veterans and families will be called forward during Sunday Service and pinned.
 

Commemoration On The Move: Phase 1 (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 01, 2016-May 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Throughout Phoenix, AZ area
Metro Phoenix
Phoenix,AZ
85023

Our DAR Chapter is going to have a program we call "Commemoration on the Move". We will be obtaining names of Vietnam era Veterans in our community from our chapter membership. We will travel to these individuals homes to present them with certificates and other commemoration memorabilia. We will talk briefly with the veteran and family present about the purpose of the commemoration and officially welcome them home. This event was different in that it was not one big event. We located Vietnam veteran through our chapter's members. We traveled through our city visiting these veterans in their homes, or at a pre-determined location to thank them, present lapel pins and DAR certificates, a special letter from our Chapter Regent and other Commemorative information and materials. A short speech was made on the history of the 50th commemorative effort. This gave us the opportunity to visit veterans individually or in small groups, hear their stories and truly thank them. One of our chapter members reached out to about 30 of her former classmates who lived out of our local area. Many had not heard from her in years. They had marvelous conversations, each veteran truly expressing their gratitude that she had found them and told them about the Commemoration. Packages including all of the items listed below along with a special letter written by the Regent were mailed to each of them. Whether local or not, the gratitude expressed by all the veterans was overwhelming. Many said this is the first time anyone ever recognized them. Someone said the war was so long ago they don't think about it much anymore. Many thank you notes and letters were received. In times where various factors make it difficult to have a single large event, this method of reaching veterans truly worked and we would recommend it to other Commemorative Partners.
 

GDVS Supported State Certificate of Honor and DoD Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin Events (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Walter H. Burt American Legion Post 30
2916 Gillionville Road
Albany,GA
31721

Publicly honor and recognize Vietnam Veterans with the State Certificate of Honor and DoD Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin presentation. All events will be directly supported by GDVS Central Office and attended by GDVS personnel either from Atlanta or from the local Veteran Field Service Office. Organizations Involved in this event include: Walter H. Burt American Legion Post 30 SWGA Veterans Coalition
 

Honor Our Veterans at chapter meetings and events (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Holy Nativity Episcopal Church
2200 18th Street
Plano,TX
75074

We are inviting all Vietnam veterans who are members of our chapter, plus veterans who are friends or family of chapter members to attend chapter meeting. They will receive refreshments, the commemorative lapel pin, and a certificate of appreciation from the Daughters of the American Revolution.
 

Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
USS KIDD Veterans Museum
305 S River Road
Baton Rouge,LA
70802

The USS KIDD Veterans Museum is celebrating "Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day" on Saturday, March 12, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the museum, and on the Riverfront levee green. This event is free and open to the public. On March 30, 1973, all U.S. troops withdrew from Vietnam under the terms of the Treaty of Paris. These service men and women returned from war to a politically divided country and in 2011, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution to provide Vietnam veterans with the chance at a proper welcome home. There were 907 sons of Louisiana killed in action during the Vietnam War and their names are engraved here on the walls of the Louisiana Memorial Plaza. A significant number of inductees in the museum's Hall of Honor served in Vietnam, including one Medal of Honor recipient. A 1/9 scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial is on display courtesy of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 488. VVA 488 also helped the museum acquire and restore an A-7E Corsair II jet aircraft in 1993-94. Displayed on the grounds, the aircraft is nearing the end of a recent restoration. Corsairs first deployed in Vietnam and were retired shortly after Operation Desert Storm. In addition to the ceremony, there will be food and drinks available for purchase on the grounds. Arts and crafts, movies, and inflatables will keep the kids entertained with live music for the adults. Museum entrance will be free to attendees from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. USS KIDD tours will be half price for veterans and their families, and available at the regular admission price of: $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $6 for children ages 5-14 for all others.
 

TICO WarBird AirShow (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 11, 2016-March 13, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Space Coast Regional Airport
355 Golden Knight Blvd.
Titusville,FL
32780

The 2016 Air Show will be the 39th consecutive event, and for the first time on Friday 11th will include a night show with fireworks, pyrotechnics and live music. In addition to the daily three hour aerial performance this family entertainment encompasses military and civilian aircraft static displays, military re-enactors and firepower demonstrations, flight simulators, airplane and helicopter rides. In addition to the many ground displays this thrilling three day AirShow will feature parachute jumps, simulated dog fights and over 40 aircraft from WW I, WW II, Korea and Vietnam and the modern era flying in formations and demonstrations. The Army Aviation Heritage Foundation will provide two UH-1 Huey's and AH-1 Cobra Helicopters for static display and flying. Vietnam Veterans and their families will be recognized throughout the show and will have the opportunity to observe and climb on Vietnam Era Huey and Cobra helicopters and share their experiences with family and loved ones. Rides in these helicopters will also be available.
 

Commemorative Flag and Display at American Legion (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
November 01, 2015-June 30, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
American Legion Hall, Murphysboro, IL
1700 Gartside St
Murphysboro,IL
62901

A commemorative display was set up at the Murphysboro American Legion. This display consisted of a: Commemorative Flag, brochure, seal, and presidential proclamation. The display will remain up for several months.
 

Annual Honors Luncheon (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Journey Church
3813 Hwy 81
Oxford,GA
30054

Luncheon will honor Vietnam Vets and families in attendance. USAF Retired MSgt James W. Closs will be the guest speaker.
 

Lapel Pin Presentations at The Wall - Vietnam Veterans Day (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 09, 2016-April 05, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
5 Henry Bacon Drive NW
Washington,DC
20242

To present Vietnam veteran pins at The Wall for Vietnam Veterans Day
 

Bellevue Legion Birthday Dinner (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Bellevue American Legion, Post 273
111 Market St
Bellevue,IA
52031

On 12 March, 2016, 135 members and family gathered at the Bellevue American Legion, Post 273, for their annual Legion Birthday dinner. During the award segment of the dinner, 32 Vietnam War era members were identified and presented the Lapel Pin. This presentation was held in conjunction with a new Commemoration Partner in Jackson County, the County Veterans Affairs office. That partner has received the welcome kit but had not yet ordered any pins or other material. As an American Legion Department officer and partner, I was honored to supply the pins for the presentation. At this point I do not have a picture to submit as one has not yet been sent to me, I will do so when I receive a copy. This was a very good event most definitely fulfilled the mission of the commission.
 

Colonial Health and Rehab Visit (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Colonial Health and Rehab
16 Windsor Avenue
Plainfield,CT
06374

Visit to local nursing facility to deliver gifts to 12 veterans. Combined with a ceremony to honor 2 Vietnam veterans that live in the facility, 23 residents came to the dining room for the event. Two family members were visiting a resident; one was a Vietnam veteran. We honored him as well. One of the veterans did not wish to be at the event and we went to his room to give out the pin - another 8 people witnessed this. It was a very successful and heartwarming event.
 

Third Marine Division Honoring Vietnam War Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 09, 2016-March 25, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Chicago Veterans Hospital and O'Hare USO
820 S Damen Ave
Chicago,IL
60612

Ron Deverick, a Third marine Division Association member and volunteer for Chicago VA Hospital and O'Hare USO, presented the lapel pins to Vietnam War Era veterans in these locations. Many of the veterans at the VA hospital were being treated for PTSD and were extremely grateful for the recognition.
 

Veteran Monthly Luncheons (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 13, 2016-December 14, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Farmington Town Hall Meeting Room
1000 County Road 8
Farmington,NY
14425

Lunches are provided at no cost by the Legacy of Victor (senior living facility). A guest speaker provides updates to veterans benefits to the attendees. Open to all veterans and their spouses/companions
 

50 Years of Healing (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
November 14, 2015-June 06, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Rotary Hill Park
500 Jackson Ave
Naperville,IL
60540

We built our own 60% replica of the Vietnam Wall and held a special Vietnam service
 

Reunion and Remembrance of Vietnam Veterans Event (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
March 12, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Momma V's Youth for Veterans
7184 S. Marstellar Road
Tucson,AZ
85735

In honor of the veterans who served during Vietnam
 

Commemoration Pins Presentations (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 01, 2016-December 27, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Arlington, VA
1526 N Edgewood St
Arlington,VA
22201

10 veterans were presented pins and materials between 24-26 July in Sault Ste. Marie and Brimley, MI by the Kanava president and staff. 10 pins and materials were presented to Vietnam veterans in July by Kanava staff in MI. 2 Vietnam veterans (Navy and Army) located in Sault Ste. Marie, MI were presented pins by Kanava staff on July 1. 21 Vietnam veterans, including 11 Asian-Americans, were presented pins and materials between July and November by Kanava staff in PA, AZ, CA, OR, HI.
 

Presentations to Vietnam War Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
January 01, 2016-December 31, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Pentagon
1155 Defense Pentagon
Washington,DC
20301

Presentation of the DoD 50th Anniversary Commemorative Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin to Pentagon visitors.
 

Lapeer County Museum display  (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
September 15, 2015-December 20, 2017
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Lapeer Co. Museum
518 West Nepessing St.
Lapeer,MI
48446

Vietnam Veterans were able to show their military items, photos, scrapbooks and memorabilia. Veterans moved some of their items out to Commemoration shows. Lapeer County Commemoration group moved items from museum to exhibits and back to museum through the 3 years. On special days Vietnam Vets were at the museum to greet people and talk to them about the exhibit the last being 12/20/17.
 

News Biographies of in-country Vietnam Veterans (12:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
Event's details
February 17, 2016-September 20, 2017
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Lapeer County Press
1521 Imlay city Road
Lapeer,MI
48446

Lapeer County Committee approached the local newspaper, Lapeer County Press, and asked them to do biographical interviews with some of our Vietnam Veterans who served in the Vietnam War. They published 12 of these accounts.
 

 
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