Nine million Americans served in the armed services between Nov. 1, 1955, to May 15, 1975—nearly two decades aligned with the Vietnam War. This generation of veterans is honored annually on “Vietnam War Veterans Remembrance Day.” The Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) National’s founding principle is “Never again will one generation of veterans abandon another” inspires … [Read more...]
Public invited to honor Vietnam veterans at event
By Steve Ranson Special to the Tribune Special events will usher in this year’s Vietnam War Veteran Remembrance Day and an All-Veterans Luncheon on March 30 with ceremonies planned for both Reno and Carson City. The Reno event opens at 11 a.m. with a remembrance ceremony with a ceremonial wreath delivered by the Patriot Guard Riders, presentation of colors the … [Read more...]