He served during the time of war in Vietnam and is a well-known author and speaker. The guest speaker of the ceremony was retired Lt. Today, I was thanked for my service which truly touches me.' 'When I came back from Vietnam, nobody cared to talk to us, they assumed we were crazy. 'This recognition means a lot to me,' said Desselle. Among the Vietnam veterans present was John Desselle, a civilian employee of the Naval History and Heritage Command. In 2017, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation to continue the 13-year Commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War that began in 2012.Ĭox presented Vietnam veterans in attendance with a pin to recognize their service and sacrifice. Following the anthem, Weber read the Presidential Proclamation Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War. Navy, served as the master of ceremonies. Mark Weber, Managing Director of the National Museum of the U.S. The ceremony began with colors presented by the United States Navy Ceremonial Guard while the national anthem was sung by a member of the U.S.

'Hosting this event is an opportunity to do the right thing even though it's well overdue.' Sam Cox, director of the Naval History and and Heritage Command. 'I think this commemoration is particularly important because when they came home Vietnam War veterans did not get the recognition for their courage and valor that they deserved,' said retired Rear Adm.

The ceremony honored and recognized the heroism of the Sailors, Marines, Airmen and Soldiers who served during the Vietnam War. The Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017, designates March 29 of each year as Vietnam War Veterans Day. Navy's Cold War Gallery located on the Washington Navy Yard, March 29.

WASHINGTON (NNS) - The Naval History and Heritage Command held a commemoration ceremony in honor of Vietnam War Veterans Day at the National Museum of the U.S.

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