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National Vietnam War Veterans Day

Floor Speech

Date: March 31, 2025
Location: Washington, DC

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Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize National Vietnam War Veterans Day, a time to honor the brave men and women who served. This past Saturday, we marked the National Vietnam War Veterans Day.

Mr. Speaker, 52 years ago, on March 29, 1973, the last U.S. combat troops departed Vietnam, marking the end of direct U.S. involvement. Yet, for too many of those who returned home, there were no parades, no celebrations, only silence where gratitude should have been. Despite this, they carried the burden of their service with dignity.

Many were drafted, but all answered the call with honor and distinction. They not only served with valor but also took it upon themselves to ensure their sacrifice would never be forgotten.

The Vietnam Veterans War Memorial in Washington, D.C., was built entirely through private donations, a testament to their dedication to one another and to the 2.7 million servicemembers who served in Vietnam.

Mr. Speaker, we all know someone who served in Vietnam. They are our friends, our family, our neighbors. It is long overdue that we salute them, but it is never too late to show our gratitude. May God bless our Vietnam war veterans today and always, and welcome home.

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