National Vietnam War Veterans Day

National Vietnam War Veterans Day is a US holiday observed annually on March 29. It recognizes veterans who served in the US military during the Vietnam War. It should not be confused with Veterans Day.

History

On March 28, 2017, President Donald J. Trump signed the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017. This act officially recognizes March 29 as National Vietnam War Veterans Day. The Act also includes the day among those days on which the US flag should especially be displayed.

On March 29, 2012, President Barack Obama proclaimed March 29, 2012, as Vietnam Veterans Day. The proclamation called "upon all Americans to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that commemorate the 50 year anniversary of the Vietnam War."

References

    • Hicks, Gary. "U.S. Honors Veterans on First Official National Vietnam War Veterans Day." Vantage Point. Veterans Affairs, 29 Mar. 2017. Web. 29 Mar. 2017.
    • "President Donald J. Trump Signs S. 305 into Law." The White House. The United States Government, 29 Mar. 2017. Web. 29 Mar. 2017
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    1. ↑ Wolf, Mackenzie (2017-10-16). "President Trump signs law declaring National Vietnam War Veterans Day". Military Times. Retrieved 2018-03-11.
    2. ↑ The White House (2012-03-29). "Presidential Proclamation -- Vietnam Veterans Day". Proclamation. Retrieved 2012-03-29.
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