Secretary Hegseth and VA Officials Honor Veterans at National Vietnam War Veterans Day Ceremonies
National Vietnam War Veterans Day Commemorations·March 29 – March 30, 2026
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Secretary Hegseth and VA Officials Honor Veterans at National Vietnam War Veterans Day Ceremonies
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth delivered remarks during a remembrance ceremony at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. The Department of Veterans Affairs hosted a wreath-laying ceremony to recognize the sacrifices of veterans, their families, and those still missing. The VA emphasized its ongoing mission to serve those who served during the conflict. Local communities also held events to mark the day. In Stockton, California, veterans gathered to share their experiences and reflect on the lack of appreciation many felt when they first returned home. These ceremonies are part of a national effort to provide the welcome home that many service members did not receive decades ago.
Secretary Hegseth Remarks at Vietnam Veterans MemorialNational Vietnam War Veterans Day Wreath-Laying CeremonyVA Statement on Vietnam War Veterans DayVietnam War veterans honored in Stockton
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“Central Valley veterans gather in Stockton to commemorate National Vietnam War Veterans Day, an official observance established by federal law in 2017.”
Confirms the legal basis and local impact of the observance.
PPete Hegseth
“Pete Hegseth gives remarks during a remembrance ceremony for National Vietnam War Veterans Day at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington.”
Shows high-level executive branch participation in the national ceremony.
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