Introduction
*DOD Announces Vietnam War 50th Anniversary Commemoration
Program*
January 14, 2011
The Department of Defense announced today its program to commemorate the
50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. The program will:
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Thank and honor veterans of the Vietnam War, including personnel who were
held as prisoners of war or listed as missing in action, for their service and sacrifice on behalf of the United States and
to thank and honor the families of these veterans.
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Highlight the service of the armed forces during the Vietnam War and the
contributions of federal agencies and governmental and non-governmental organizations that served with, or in support of,
the armed forces.
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Pay tribute to the contributions made on the home front by the people of
the United States during the Vietnam War.
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Highlight the advances in technology, science, and medicine related to the
military research conducted during the Vietnam War.
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Recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by the allies of the United
States during the Vietnam War.
DoD representatives will coordinate with other federal agencies, veteran
groups, state, local government and non-government organizations for their input in Vietnam War commemoration activities.
For more information call 877-387-9951
or visit the official website at http://www.vietnamwar50th.com/.
