Welcome to the Vietnam War Commemoration site

The Vietnam War marked a difficult and tumultuous time in our history. Many returning service members didn’t receive the honorable and appreciative "welcome home" they deserved. Now is the time to recognize and remember their service, honor, and sacrifice.

The 2008 National Defense Authorization Act authorized the Secretary of Defense to conduct a program to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War. To accomplish that, the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration was established to honor and pay tribute to Vietnam Veterans and their families. This will consist of a series of national and regional events; a Commemorative Partner Program to assist states and engage local communities and organizations to broaden the scope and reach of our activities; Educational Outreach such as traveling museums, regional exhibits, symposia, posters, graphic novels, maps, and other reference materials; an interactive web site to provide a central and easily accessible source of historical information, program content and activities via a master calendar; and a fundraising and sponsorship program.

We encourage all interested parties to join us in honoring the service and sacrifice of our veterans, their families and our allies.