Veterans Honored On 50th Anniversary Of Vietnam War
September 28, 2012
by Daniela Perallon
WHNT News
One by one they read the names of the 1207 Alabamians killed in action and 16 who went missing in action during the Vietnam War.
The Vietnam Veterans Tribute marks the 50th anniversary of the United States entering into the Vietnam conflict.
“It’s a crucible. There’s pressure and problems and you’re stretched to your limit in a lot of ways,” said Vietnam Veteran James Henderson, who also led the ceremony’s invocation.
Mayor Tommy Battle, leaders from Redstone Arsenal, veterans and their family members all read off the names of the killed and missing in action veterans. After each name, they rang a bell, and lit a candle after each reading.
For many in attendance, the tribute was a long time coming.
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