50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Commemoration

Disregarding a hail of bullets, Garcia charged the machine gun bunker, killing the enemy troops inside before risking his life again to rescue his fellow soldiers.

U.S. Navy veteran, Capt. Helen Brooks served during three wars, joining the Navy Nurse Corps in 1944 and continued service through Korea and Vietnam.

Vietnam veteran Milton Lee Olive III made the ultimate sacrifice to save his fellow infantrymen during combat in 1965 by falling on a enemy-thrown grenade.

A steady stream of visitors funneled to the ceremonial area [...]

We honor the nine million American men and women who served on active duty from November 1, 1955, to May 7, 1975.

VA medical facilities across the country are marking the day with these ceremonies and community events.

VA medical facilities across the country are marking the day with these ceremonies and community events.

VA medical facilities across the country are marking the day with these ceremonies and community events.

Separating the service member, soldier and Veteran from the politics of the war is the true, lasting legacy of Vietnam. And it starts with a much appreciated “thank you for your service.”