Jim Cardo, U.S. Army Reserve Ambassador for North Carolina
Jim Cardo, U.S. Army Reserve Ambassador for North Carolina and a Vietnam veteran, gives his remarks during a Vietnam commemoration ceremony at the U.S. Army Forces Command and U.S. Army Reserve Command headquar... More
Edward Bassista, a former sergeant and squad leader
Edward Bassista, a former sergeant and squad leader with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, stands in front of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Feb. 19, 2018, in Washington, D.C. The... More
Attendees bow their heads in prayer as Reverend Raymond
Attendees bow their heads in prayer as Reverend Raymond Randall, center, of Marine Corps League’s Onslow County Detachment #262, prays during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memo... More
Retired Air Force Col. William Driggers Jr. and Col.
Retired Air Force Col. William Driggers Jr. and Col. Michael Brazelton (right) speak with other Vietnam War veterans during the Congressional Commemoration for the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War in the Ema... More
Vietnam War veterans shake hands with an attendee during
Vietnam War veterans shake hands with an attendee during a Vietnam War 50th Anniversary event at the USO Warrior and Family Center Bethesda. During the event, the veterans spoke to a group of service members an... More
Attendees listen as U.S. Marine Corps Col. Yuri Escalante,
Attendees listen as U.S. Marine Corps Col. Yuri Escalante, center, deputy commander of Marine Corps Installations East, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, speaks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Cere... More
A photograph signed by the “Currahee Brothers” from
A photograph signed by the “Currahee Brothers” from 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, lays on panel 43 of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Feb. 19, 2018, in Washington, D.C. Veteran... More
Mr. Rossie M. Nance, left, president of the Vietnam
Mr. Rossie M. Nance, left, president of the Vietnam Veterans of America’s North Carolina State Council, speaks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonv... More
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Yuri Escalante, deputy commander
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Yuri Escalante, deputy commander of Marine Corps Installations East, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, speaks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial... More
Attendees listen during the 50th Anniversary of the
Attendees listen during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The ceremony honored the memory of those who perished during the w... More
Nancy and David Whipple, Vietnam War veterans, speak
Nancy and David Whipple, Vietnam War veterans, speak during a Vietnam War 50th Anniversary event at the USO Warrior and Family Center Bethesda. During the event, the veterans spoke to a group of service members... More
The Joint Service Color Guard presents the colors at
The Joint Service Color Guard presents the colors at the Congressional Commemoration for the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War in the Emancipation Hall of the U.S. Capitol Building, Washington, July 8, 2015. ... More
A Vietnam commemoration ceremony was held at the U.S.
A Vietnam commemoration ceremony was held at the U.S. Army Forces Command and U.S. Army Reserve Command headquarters, Feb. 5, 2015, at Fort Bragg, N.C. The ceremony, marking the 50th anniversary, was the first ... More
Gary “Flint” Purcell, a former specialist and grenadier
Gary “Flint” Purcell, a former specialist and grenadier with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment “Currahee,” 101st Airborne Division, listens to stories from 50 years ago as his group meets to honor fallen b... More
A Vietnam commemoration ceremony was held at the U.S.
A Vietnam commemoration ceremony was held at the U.S. Army Forces Command and U.S. Army Reserve Command headquarters, Feb. 5, 2015, at Fort Bragg, N.C. The ceremony, marking the 50th anniversary, was the first ... More
Attendees read names inscribed on glass at the Vietnam
Attendees read names inscribed on glass at the Vietnam War Memorial after the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The ceremony hon... More
A veteran salutes as the Marine Corps Installations
A veteran salutes as the Marine Corps Installations East color guard presents the colors during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, ... More
The Joint Service Color Guard presents the colors at
The Joint Service Color Guard presents the colors at the Congressional Commemoration for the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War in the Emancipation Hall of the U.S. Capitol Building, Washington, July 8, 2015. ... More
Mementos left by the “Currahee Brothers” from 3rd Battalion,
Mementos left by the “Currahee Brothers” from 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, lay on panel 43 of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Feb. 19, 2018, in Washington, D.C. Veterans of th... More
Attendees bow their heads in prayer as Reverend Raymond
Attendees bow their heads in prayer as Reverend Raymond Randall, center, of the Marine Corps League’s Onslow County Detachment #262, prays during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune ... More
Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs representatives honor Vietnam War era veterans at the 50th Vietnam War Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony, hosted by the State of Colorado, March 29, at 1:00... More
U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Installations East conduct
U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Installations East conduct a 21 Gun Salute during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The cerem... More
The Marine Corps Installations East color guard presents
The Marine Corps Installations East color guard presents the colors as the national anthem is played during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C.... More
Mr. Michael Lazzara, mayor pro tem City of Jacksonville,
Mr. Michael Lazzara, mayor pro tem City of Jacksonville, N.C. speaks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The ceremony h... More
SAN DIEGO – Supporters cheer as veterans of the Vietnam
SAN DIEGO – Supporters cheer as veterans of the Vietnam War enter the room at the Scottish Rite Event Center in San Diego March 29, 2016. The center hosted a Vietnam War 50th anniversary commemoration as part o... More
SAN DIEGO – Raul Romero salutes the national colors
SAN DIEGO – Raul Romero salutes the national colors during a Vietnam War 50th anniversary commemoration in San Diego March 29, 2016. The event was part of the presidential proclamation of commemoration for Viet... More
Mr. Michael Lazzara, mayor pro tem City of Jacksonville,
Mr. Michael Lazzara, mayor pro tem City of Jacksonville, N.C., left, delivers a city proclamation to Mr. Mike Carr, center, president of Vietnam Veterans of America Incorporated’s Jon Panarese Chapter 654, duri... More
Attendees listen as retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col.
Attendees listen as retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Terry Moore, guest speaker and Vietnam veteran, speaks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonvi... More
Attendees listen as Members of Rolling Thunder Inc.
Attendees listen as Members of Rolling Thunder Inc. Chapter NC-5 perform a roll call for North Carolina Service members still missing in action from the Vietnam War, during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam W... More
Attendees bow their heads in prayer as Reverend Raymond
Attendees bow their heads in prayer as Reverend Raymond Randall, center left, of the Marine Corps League’s Onslow County Detachment #262, prays during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lej... More
Retired Air Force Col. William Driggers Jr. salutes
Retired Air Force Col. William Driggers Jr. salutes during the national anthem at the Congressional Commemoration for the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War in the Emancipation Hall of the U.S. Capitol Buildin... More
Veterans salute as Taps is played during the 50th
Veterans salute as Taps is played during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The ceremony honored the memory of those who peri... More
James Gallardo, a former specialist and infantryman
James Gallardo, a former specialist and infantryman with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, stands in front of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Feb. 19, 2018, in Washington, D.C. The... More
The lapel pin shown here is for Vietnam War veterans,
The lapel pin shown here is for Vietnam War veterans, designed for the Congressional Commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War. On the back of the pin are the words “A grateful nation thanks and ... More
Chief Master Sgt. Nicole Johnson, executive assistant
Chief Master Sgt. Nicole Johnson, executive assistant to the chief master sergeant of the Air Force, presents the commemorative Vietnam Veteran lapel pin to retired Air Force Col. Michael Brazelton during the C... More
Service Members being recognized at the Congressional
Service Members being recognized at the Congressional Commemoration for the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War receive a standing ovation in the Emancipation Hall of the U.S. Capitol Building, Washington, July... More
Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Terry Moore, left,
Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Terry Moore, left, guest speaker and Vietnam veteran, and Mr. Mike Carr, president of Vietnam Veterans of America Incorporated’s Jon Panarese Chapter 654, place a wreath durin... More
Mr. Michael Lazzara, mayor pro tem City of Jacksonville,
Mr. Michael Lazzara, mayor pro tem City of Jacksonville, N.C. center left, delivers a city proclamation to Mr. Mike Carr, center right, president of Vietnam Veterans of America Incorporated’s Jon Panarese Chapt... More
The U.S. Army Reserve Command honor guard posts the
The U.S. Army Reserve Command honor guard posts the colors dressed in period uniforms during a Vietnam commemoration ceremony at the U.S. Army Forces Command and U.S. Army Reserve Command headquarters, Feb. 5, ... More
A Vietnam commemoration ceremony was held at the U.S.
A Vietnam commemoration ceremony was held at the U.S. Army Forces Command and U.S. Army Reserve Command headquarters, Feb. 5, 2015, at Fort Bragg, N.C. The ceremony, marking the 50th anniversary, was the first ... More
Attendees listen during the 50th Anniversary of the
Attendees listen during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The ceremony honored the memory of those who perished during the w... More
Secretary of Defense Leon E. Panetta escorts 93-year-old
Secretary of Defense Leon E. Panetta escorts 93-year-old Sarah Shay to lay a wreath in remembrance of her son Maj. Donald Shay Jr., missing in action from the Vietnam War for 42 years, at a ceremony commemorati... More
A Vietnam commemoration ceremony was held at the U.S.
A Vietnam commemoration ceremony was held at the U.S. Army Forces Command and U.S. Army Reserve Command headquarters, Feb. 5, 2015, at Fort Bragg, N.C. The ceremony, marking the 50th anniversary, was the first ... More
Mr. Michael Lazzara, mayor pro tem City of Jacksonville,
Mr. Michael Lazzara, mayor pro tem City of Jacksonville, N.C., delivers a city proclamation to Mr. Mike Carr, president of Vietnam Veterans of America Incorporated’s Jon Panarese Chapter 654, during the 50th An... More
Edgar “Jay” Eckhart, a former specialist and infantryman
Edgar “Jay” Eckhart, a former specialist and infantryman with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, tells stories from 50 years ago as his group meets to honor fallen brothers from th... More
A photograph of Capt. Drew Troxler, 319th Transportation
A photograph of Capt. Drew Troxler, 319th Transportation Company commander, U.S. Army Reserve, in Vietnam, was shown during a Vietnam commemoration ceremony at the U.S. Army Forces Command and U.S. Army Reserve... More
Mr. Rossie M. Nance, left, president of the Vietnam
Mr. Rossie M. Nance, left, president of the Vietnam Veterans of America’s North Carolina State Council, shakes hands with Mr. Mike Carr, right, president of Vietnam Veterans of America Incorporated’s Jon Panare... More
A group of Vietnam War veterans and Capt. Marvin L.
A group of Vietnam War veterans and Capt. Marvin L. Jones, Naval Support Activity Bethesda commanding officer, pose for a photo during a Vietnam War 50th Anniversary event at the USO Warrior and Family Center B... More
SAN DIEGO – Marines with 1st Law Enforcement Battalion,
SAN DIEGO – Marines with 1st Law Enforcement Battalion, I Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group, present the colors at a Vietnam War 50th anniversary commemoration in San Diego March 29, 2016. The event... More
Attendees listen to speakers during the 50th Anniversary
Attendees listen to speakers during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The ceremony honored the memory of those who perished ... More
A U.S. Marine Corps dress cap and place setting are
A U.S. Marine Corps dress cap and place setting are displayed, symbolizing POW/MIAs, before the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015... More
Attendees applaud as Commissioner Paul Buchanan, vice
Attendees applaud as Commissioner Paul Buchanan, vice chairman of the Onslow County Board of Commissioners, speaks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jac... More
Gale “Caje” Shire, a former sergeant and team leader
Gale “Caje” Shire, a former sergeant and team leader with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, listens to stories from 50 years ago as his group meets to honor fallen brothers from t... More
Paul Clement, a former sergeant with 3rd Battalion,
Paul Clement, a former sergeant with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, listens to stories from 50 years ago as his group meets to honor fallen brothers from the Vietnam War, Feb. ... More
The “Currahee Brothers” from 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry
The “Currahee Brothers” from 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Feb. 19, 2018, in Washington, D.C. Veterans of the battalion visit the memorial... More
Attendees pray during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam
Attendees pray during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The ceremony honored the memory of those who perished during the war... More
The 2nd Marine Division Band performs before the 50th
The 2nd Marine Division Band performs before the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The ceremony honored the memory of those who ... More
The Marine Corps Installations East color guard presents
The Marine Corps Installations East color guard presents the colors as the national anthem is played during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C.... More
Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Terry Moore, guest
Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Terry Moore, guest speaker and Vietnam veteran, speaks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25,... More
Veterans of the 319th Transportation Company salute
Veterans of the 319th Transportation Company salute during the singing of the national anthem at the All Wars Monument located in downtown Augusta, Ga. The Army Reserve unit, known as Troxler's Truckers. is loc... More
Retired Maj. Gen. Mark A. Barrett, acting president
Retired Maj. Gen. Mark A. Barrett, acting president of the Air Force Association, poses for a photo with retired Air Force Col. William Driggers Jr. at the congressional commemoration for the 50th Anniversary o... More
Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs representatives honor Vietnam War era veterans at the 50th Vietnam War Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony, hosted by the State of Colorado, March 29, 2016 at... More
Attendees listen as retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col.
Attendees listen as retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Terry Moore, guest speaker and Vietnam veteran, speaks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonvi... More
Attendees render honors as Taps is played during the
Attendees render honors as Taps is played during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The ceremony honored the memory of those ... More
Mr. Paul Crowell Jr., left, a representative from Vietnam
Mr. Paul Crowell Jr., left, a representative from Vietnam Veterans of America's North Carolina State Council, presents retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Terry Moore, center, guest speaker and Vietnam veteran, ... More
Andy Lovy, or “Doc Lovy” (left), a former battalion
Andy Lovy, or “Doc Lovy” (left), a former battalion surgeon, and Al Thompson, a former medic with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, pose for a group photo during their visit the V... More
The “Currahee Brothers” from 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry
The “Currahee Brothers” from 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, pose for a group photo during their visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Feb. 19, 2018, in Washington, D.C. Veterans... More
180219-A-HL390-0237 Gale “Caje” Shire (left), a former
180219-A-HL390-0237 Gale “Caje” Shire (left), a former Soldier with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, leads an impromptu receiving line of handshakes in front of the Vietnam Veter... More
The Marine Corps Installations East color guard stands
The Marine Corps Installations East color guard stands at parade rest during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The ceremony ... More
Mr. Willard Jackson, center, a veteran of the U.S.
Mr. Willard Jackson, center, a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard, plays taps during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The cere... More
A photograph of members of the 231st Medium Boat Company,
A photograph of members of the 231st Medium Boat Company, U.S. Army Reserve, in Vietnam, was shown during a Vietnam commemoration ceremony at the U.S. Army Forces Command and U.S. Army Reserve Command headquart... More
Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs representatives honor Vietnam War era veterans at the 50th Vietnam War Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony, hosted by the State of Colorado, March 29, 2016 at... More
Attendees listen as a representative from the City
Attendees listen as a representative from the City of Jacksonville, N.C. speaks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The... More
(L-R) George Lively, Tim Campbell, and Ed Heath, members
(L-R) George Lively, Tim Campbell, and Ed Heath, members of the 319th Transportation Company, Long Binh, Vietnam, were honored at a commemoration ceremony at the U.S. Army Forces Command and U.S. Army Reserve C... More
John Matkin, a former team leader with 3rd Battalion,
John Matkin, a former team leader with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, stands in front of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Feb. 19, 2018, in Washington, D.C. The “Currahee Brother... More
Attendees listen as retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col.
Attendees listen as retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Terry Moore, guest speaker and Vietnam veteran, speaks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonvi... More
Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Terry Moore, guest
Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Terry Moore, guest speaker and Vietnam veteran, speaks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25,... More
Attendees listen as retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col.
Attendees listen as retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Terry Moore, guest speaker and Vietnam veteran, speaks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonvi... More
Al Thompson, a former specialist and medic with 3rd
Al Thompson, a former specialist and medic with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, listens to stories from 50 years ago as his group meets to honor fallen brothers from the Vietnam... More
A photograph of 319th Transportation Company Soldiers,
A photograph of 319th Transportation Company Soldiers, U.S. Army Reserve, in Vietnam, was shown during a Vietnam commemoration ceremony at the U.S. Army Forces Command and U.S. Army Reserve Command headquarters... More
Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Larry O.
Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Larry O. Spencer pins a commemorative Vietnam Veteran lapel pin on retired Air Force Col. William Driggers Jr. during the Congressional Commemoration of the 50th Annive... More
Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs representatives honor Vietnam War era veterans at the 50th Vietnam War Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony, hosted by the State of Colorado, March 29, 2016 at... More
Edward Bassista, a former sergeant and squad leader
Edward Bassista, a former sergeant and squad leader with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, tells stories from 50 years ago as his group meets to honor fallen brothers from the Vie... More
James Gallardo, a former specialist and infantryman
James Gallardo, a former specialist and infantryman with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, listens to stories from 50 years ago as his group meets to honor fallen brothers from th... More
“Currahee Brothers” from 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry
“Currahee Brothers” from 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Feb. 19, 2018, in Washington, D.C. Veterans of the battalion visit the memorial ann... More
Gale Shire, a former sergeant and team leader with
Gale Shire, a former sergeant and team leader with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, stands in front of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Feb. 19, 2018, in Washington, D.C. The “Curr... More
Mr. Paul Crowell Jr., right, of Vietnam Veterans of
Mr. Paul Crowell Jr., right, of Vietnam Veterans of America's North Carolina State Council, speaks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., ... More
The Marine Corps Installations East color guard marches
The Marine Corps Installations East color guard marches the colors during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The ceremony hon... More
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Yuri Escalante, deputy commander
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Yuri Escalante, deputy commander of Marine Corps Installations East, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, speaks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial... More
The Marine Corps Installations East color guard presents
The Marine Corps Installations East color guard presents colors as the national anthem is played during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., Ap... More
Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs representatives honor Vietnam War era veterans at the 50th Vietnam War Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony, hosted by the State of Colorado, March 29, 2016 at... More
James Gallardro, a former specialist and infantryman
James Gallardro, a former specialist and infantryman with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, listens to stories from 50 years ago as his group meets to honor fallen brothers from t... More
Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Larry O.
Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Larry O. Spencer, retired Air Force Col. Michael Brazelton, retired Air Force Col. William Driggers Jr., and the executive assistant to the chief master sergeant of the... More
Commissioner Paul Buchanan, vice chairman of the Onslow
Commissioner Paul Buchanan, vice chairman of the Onslow County Board of Commissioners, delivers a county proclamation to Mr. Mike Carr, president of Vietnam Veterans of America Incorporated’s Jon Panarese Chapt... More
Mr. Rossie M. Nance, left, president of the Vietnam
Mr. Rossie M. Nance, left, president of the Vietnam Veterans of America’s North Carolina State Council, embraces Mr. Paul E. Crowell Jr., center left, of Vietnam Veterans of America Incorporated’s Jon Panarese ... More
Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Terry Moore, left,
Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Terry Moore, left, guest speaker and Vietnam veteran, and Mr. Mike Carr, president of Vietnam Veterans of America Incorporated’s Jon Panarese Chapter 654, place a wreath durin... More
SAN DIEGO – Veterans of the Vietnam War gather at the
SAN DIEGO – Veterans of the Vietnam War gather at the Scottish Rite Event Center in San Diego March 29, 2016. The center hosted a Vietnam War 50th anniversary commemoration as part of the presidential proclamat... More
Nancy Whipple and James Boikins, Vietnam War veterans,
Nancy Whipple and James Boikins, Vietnam War veterans, embrace during a Vietnam War 50th Anniversary event at the USO Warrior and Family Center Bethesda. During the event, the veterans spoke to a group of servi... More
Gale “Caje” Shire (right), leans in to hug Lou “Louie”
Gale “Caje” Shire (right), leans in to hug Lou “Louie” Oswald, both former Soldiers with 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, in front of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Feb. 19, 2018... More
The Marine Corps Installations East color guard stands
The Marine Corps Installations East color guard stands at parade rest before the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War Ceremony at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens in Jacksonville, N.C., April 25, 2015. The ceremony ... More