OCPA/AMVID Vietnam 50th Feature Page
The Vietnam 50th War Commemoration is from 11-13 May 2023 in Washington, D.C. on the National Mall at both the JFK Hockey Fields and West Potomac Park. Vietnam veterans will be honored for their enduring legacy of service, and welcomed home. Festivities commence Thursday, May 11 at 11 a.m. with an Opening Ceremony, A ribbon-cutting with special remarks and a flyover by four Vietnam War period Huey helicopters in 4-ship formation. This 3-day interactive, immersive experience, runs from 10... read more
The Vietnam 50th War Commemoration is from 11-13 May 2023 in Washington, D.C. on the National Mall at both the JFK Hockey Fields and West Potomac Park. Vietnam veterans will be honored for their enduring legacy of service, and welcomed home. Festivities commence Thursday, May 11 at 11 a.m. with an Opening Ceremony, A ribbon-cutting with special remarks and a flyover by four Vietnam War period Huey helicopters in 4-ship formation. This 3-day interactive, immersive experience, runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, will highlight the legacy of our Vietnam veterans, and the contributions of individual citizens, our allies, the Services and nongovernmental organizations during the Vietnam War period. It will feature daily performances by various drill teams, bands and musicians; highlight national and military historical museum exhibits, including Vietnam veteran-centric association and group exhibits; eight different panel discussions; daily afternoon precision parachute drops by the U.S. Army Golden Knights; two areas showcasing six Vietnam War period static displays (four Huey helicopters and two vehicles); a Veterans Services Hub; Continuing Legacy Hub; rally points for veterans and their families to gather; and sunset performances by military service bands and drill teams closing out each day. show less
