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Commemorating the Vietnam War

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U.S. Marines and members of the Jacksonville community gather at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens for the annual Vietnam Veterans Recognition Ceremony in Jacksonville, North Carolina, April 26, 2025. The ceremony honored those who sacrificed and celebrated the accomplishments and perseverance of all Vietnam veterans. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Hunter Brock) Play
Marines Honor Vietnam Veterans
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Marines Honor Vietnam Veterans
The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration hosts a National Vietnam War Veterans Day wreath-laying ceremony at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington to thank and honor Vietnam veterans and their legacy of service, March 29, 2025. Play
National Vietnam War Veterans Day
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National Vietnam War Veterans Day
U.S. Army Veteran Wayne Wasilk, a former door gunner during the Vietnam war, recounts the harrowing tale of rescuing six wounded soldiers during a special visit to the exact helicopter he flew, May 9, 2024 at Camp Navajo, AZ. Wasilk and his crew braved motor shells and heavy fire during their rescue of six wounded soldiers from Firebase Ripcord. The helicopter, now serving as a memorial on Camp Navajo, stands as a testament to the bravery and resilience of military personnel, as well as the heroes of the Vietnam era. The music contained in this video is sourced from Soundstripe under a business subscription license. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Carlos Parra) Vietnam footage courtesy of: https://www.dvidshub.net/video/154114/battleground-1st-air-cavalry-vietnam Play
Vietnam Veteran Reunites With Aircraft That Saved His Life
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Vietnam Veteran Reunites With Aircraft That Saved His Life
The Vietnam War Commemoration, a national 50th anniversary remembrance, holds a “welcome home” event in the National Mall. It honors the legacy of Vietnam veterans and their families, the contributions of individual citizens, allies, armed forces and nongovernmental organizations during the Vietnam War period. Play
Vietnam Veterans Honored at National Mall
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Vietnam Veterans Honored at National Mall
A service member speaks at a lectern outdoors as other officials stand nearby. Play
National Vietnam War Veterans Day
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National Vietnam War Veterans Day
Gen. Glen VanHerck, Commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command, recognizes the service of Vietnam Veterans and their families for Vietnam War Veterans Day. Play
Gen. Glen VanHerck Vietnam War Veterans Day Message
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Gen. Glen VanHerck Vietnam War Veterans Day Message
Gary Sinise joins with the Department of Defense, The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration and the Nation to thank and honor Vietnam veterans and their families on National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Play
Gary Sinise on National Vietnam War Veterans Day
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Gary Sinise on National Vietnam War Veterans Day
Tribute video in honor of Memorial Day 2021. Join the Nation ... Thank a Vietnam Veteran! vietnamwar50th.com Play
Memorial Day Honors
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Memorial Day Honors
Service members and civilians stand by a wreath and flags. Play
National Vietnam War Veterans Day 2021
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National Vietnam War Veterans Day 2021
A Tribute To Vietnam Veterans, narrated by Sam Elliott, honors and thanks all those who served during the Vietnam War, a most turbulent time in history. Many Vietnam veterans never received the thanks and the welcome home they deserved. The United States Vietnam War Commemoration is working hard to change that. Please visit www.VietnamWar50th.com to learn more about how you can Join the nation...thank a Vietnam Veteran! Play
A Tribute To Vietnam Veterans
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A Tribute To Vietnam Veterans
A civilian speaks. Play
Retired Army Capt. Donna Rowe
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Retired Army Capt. Donna Rowe
A video segment from an interview with LTG Keith Kellogg USA (RET) conducted by Joe Galloway on July 13th, 2016 at the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration in Arlington, VA as part of the Commemoration's Oral History Program. Play
Army Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg (Retired)
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Army Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg (Retired)
A civilian speaks against a dark background. Play
Retired Army Gen. Barry McCaffrey
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Retired Army Gen. Barry McCaffrey
An Inspiration Network production that tells the all too common story of a forgotten and unrecognized veteran of the Vietnam War and our duty as a nation to thank and honor all those who served during the Vietnam era. Inspiration Network is a proud Commemorative Partner of the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration (VWC). Play
Moment of Truth
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Moment of Truth
Vietnam War Veterans Day video made for Army social media use. Play
Vietnam War Veterans Day
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Vietnam War Veterans Day
A video created for social media by the Hampton Roads Naval Museum as part of National Vietnam War Veterans Day, which falls on March 29. Over 1.8 million Sailors served during the Vietnam War, and their role in fighting this war is often overlooked. This video offers a short overview of the Navy's role in Vietnam and incorporates oral history clips throughout, as veterans tell us their experiences in their own words. Always remember their contributions and their sacrifices. (US Navy Video by Laura Orr/Released). Play
The U.S. Navy in the Vietnam War: The Ten Thousand Day War at Sea
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The U.S. Navy in the Vietnam War: The Ten Thousand Day War at Sea