The groundbreaking ceremony for the new Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial at Warbird Park took place Wednesday, Jan. 7. Hundreds of veterans came out to witness the moment. The Vietnam Veterans of America provided the presentation of colors. Lori Coleman sang the national anthem. U.S. Air Force veteran Paul Hickey read a poem. City councilman Mike Lowder, landscape architect Jessica Wise, director of operations Matt Brittan and Col. Thomas “Buddy” Styers all spoke during the event. The memorial will be

Because of you, VVMF can carry out its mission to honor and preserve the legacy of service in America and educate all generations about the impact of the Vietnam War and era. https://www.vvmf.org/Support-VVMF/impact/ Thank you. vvmf.org/donate Music used: Bensound.com Artist: Benjamin Tissot License code: REYKUACPFLZN7QRM | Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund

42 reactions | Paralyzed Veterans of America is attending the Vietnam Veterans Memorial on #VeteransDay honoring our wonderful #veterans who served proudly during the Vietnam War. #ThankYouForYouService | Paralyzed Veterans of America | Facebook