Mar 25, 2021 · Vietnam Veterans Day commemorates the sacrifices of Vietnam veterans and their families and is part of a national effort to recognize the men and women who were denied a proper welcome upon returning home more than 40 years ago.

How Can I Help Honor Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day? The first step is the simplest: Find a veteran in your local area, and thank him or her for their service. You can also attend an event or ceremony near you to give thanks.

Feb 23, 2016 · “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day” will be celebrated this year on March 29, the date of the final withdrawal of U.S. troops from Vietnam. The day commemorates the sacrifices of Vietnam veterans and is part of a national effort to recognize the men and women who were denied a proper welcome upon returning home more than 40 years ago.

Mar 29, 2024 · Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day and Resource Fair. Date & Time: Fri, Mar 29, 2024; at 9:00 AM. Location: Army National Guard 1500 Blizzard Dr Parkersburg, WV, 26101. Join us at the WV Army National Guard Armory this …

Mar 4, 2024 · We can honor the sacrifice and service of Vietnam Veterans by actively working towards creating a more welcoming and supportive environment for all who have served our country. Saying “Welcome Home” is a small but powerful way to …

Mar 29, 2023 · Welcome home Vietnam vets This year marks the 50th anniversary of the day the last U.S. combat troops departed from Vietnam. On March 29, 1973, Army Master Sgt. Max Bielke boarded a C-130 in Saigon and headed home.

The holiday is also known as "Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day." Although not a federal holiday, the day is set aside to recognize the sacrifices made by veterans and their families during the Vietnam War.

March 30, 2011, has been officially designated Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day by the U.S. Senate. It marks the 38th anniversary of the withdrawal of U.S. combat and combat-support units from Vietnam.

Mar 28, 2016 · Unanimously passing the resolution, the Senate instituted “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day” on March 30, the date recognized as the final withdrawal date of all combat and combat-support troops from Vietnam.

May 1, 2023 · The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) will host a three-day Welcome Home event, May 11-13, near the National Mall to honor Vietnam Veterans and their families for their service and sacrifices.