March 29th is National Vietnam War Veterans Day

FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — Wednesday, March 29th is National Vietnam War Veterans Day and events are taking place in honor of the day around the country and in the Central Valley.

The Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017 was signed into law by 45th U.S. President Donald J. Trump, designating every March 29 as National Vietnam War Veterans Day.

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FOX26 reporter Alexis Govea visited the Clovis Veterans Memorial District to give us a preview of the events happening Wednesday morning.

There is a photo exhibit, informational booths, displays, a car show, live music, and a ceremony to honor our local Vietnam Veterans.

The event takes place from 8 am to 1 pm at the Clovis Veterans Memorial District, located at 808 4th Street in Clovis.

March 29th March was chosen to be observed because March 29, 1973, was the day the United States Military Assistance Command, Vietnam was disestablished and also the day the last U.S. combat troops departed Vietnam.

In addition, on and around this same day Hanoi released the last of its acknowledged prisoners of war.

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VA Central California Health Care System and the Fresno Vet Center in honor of National Vietnam War Veterans Day are holding a drive-through recognition ceremony on Wednesday.

The event is scheduled from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Fresno Vet Center, located at 1320 E Shaw Ave. in Fresno.

All Vietnam War Era Veterans are welcome to participate.