National Vietnam War Veterans Day

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National Vietnam War Veterans Day

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I didn't know this existed until this morning when I received an email from a fellow Vet that contained the following.
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On March 29, 2012, President Barack Obama proclaimed March 29, 2012, as Vietnam Veterans Day. The proclamation called "upon all Americans to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that commemorate the 50 year anniversary of the Vietnam War."

On December 26, 2016, the Vietnam Veterans Day Coalition of States Council presented a letter to President Elect Donald Trump and Congressional leadership outlining the history and timeline of cause to establish March 29 as Vietnam War Veterans Day and requesting that it be one of the first legislations passed and signed into law during the 115 Congress.

On March 28, 2017, President Trump signed the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017. This act officially recognizes March 29 as National Vietnam War Veterans Day. The Act also includes the day among those days on which the US flag should especially be displayed.

March 29 was chosen as National Vietnam War Veterans Day because on March 29, 1973, Military Assistance Command, Vietnam (MACV) was disbanded and the last U.S. combat troops departed the Republic of Vietnam. The last unit was elements of MACV's Infantry Security Force (Special Guard), actually special couriers.
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My thanks for those of you who served. I respect you. ::handshake::
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Thank You vets for your service.. ::handshake::
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Thanks to you all.

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To all the Veterans of Vietnam and all those in the uniform of our country God Bless you for your service and your sacrifices. May you be honored and remembered.
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To all of you who served, a great big THANK YOU!!
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Thank you, Jerry.
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My thanks to all who served.
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Thank you Jerry, I think I knew about this, but it was never a big deal when Obama was pres.

To all my brothers who served in country and those who served in support. THANK YOU & WELCOME HOME!

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Only today did I become aware of this. Thanks for your acknowledgments and may the Lord bless all those who have gone before us.
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Thanks to all of you who served in Viet Nam and are now receiving long overdue recognition and respect for your service.
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