For some, this was their first time ever sharing their story
Some said when they returned to the US from Vietnam, they were met with hostility rather than thankfulness. Some were even told not to wear their uniforms in certain cities for fear of oppression and harm.Notable dignitaries were present, including Alabama State Representative Barbara Drummond.
The ceremony was a solemn, yet informative time to thank the veterans for their service and to remember the history that shaped our country. “I’ve seen a lot of death and destruction, but I wound up staying in 42 years so I’ve had an opportunity to look at it and experience it with people that understood me, and it has brought me through, and I want to thank all of you for being here today because you don’t know how it makes us feel knowing that you care about us,” said one veteran.Copyright 2023 WALA. All rights reserved.
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