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On August 9
to 13, 2007 a half-sized replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Wall will be displayed at 3573 S. Waverly Road, Eaton Rapids,
Michigan. Information can be obtained at 1 (517) 663-7023.
There are 36
distinctive homes in the VFW National Home for Children campus.
We invite you
to look at the photos presented by the website. Photos.
Audio
Interviews in MP3.
Some
computers may play directly,
others
will have to right click and save before listening.
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Patrice
Green Executive Director |
Patrice
Green Executive Director |
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John Devitt of the Moving Vietnam Memorial Wall Interview. |
James N. Goldsmith, Past Commander-in-Chief Veterans of Foreign Wars is the Keynote Speaker. This is his speech. |
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Point Man
International Ministries Co-ordinator and Secretary, Ben Webster
talked for a few minutes with us. |
Some Very Nice folks from Olds-Higgens Post in Holt #3727 talked with us and shared their thoughts on several topics. |
The following are photos
provided by Saidnews.org - D. Schaberg, photographer
These
photos are of the celebration of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Moving Wall
The wall was at the
Children's home from August 9 to 13, 2007.
It was very moving, a
cleansing experience for many.
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The Moving Wall is the half-size replica of the Washington, D.C. Vietnam Veterans Memorial and has been touring the country for more than 20 years. In 1982, John Devitt, a former helicopter door gunner and Army veteran, visited Washington, D.C. for the dedication of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and to participate in the National Salute to Vietnam Veterans. Devitt’s visit and experience led to the creation of the Moving Wall which has since moved millions of people.
The Wall has carved into it the names of the 58,253 American military personnel who were direct casualties of the war, including those who are still considered Missing In Action (MIA). When the Wall was dedicated on November 11, 1982, there were 57,159 names engraved on the black granite panels.
The lower center photo is of John Devitt taken during the interview. The center top photo is of the wall. It is the black strip that is from the left all the way to the right side of the photo, about 1/3 from the top. Remember, this is half-sized.
Patrice Green photo during interview.
Sometimes when things get to be a heavy weight, such as this ceremony, it's good to talk to a good horse. George the horse is a good horse. He didn't mind his picture being taken. He preferred the interview not be put up for everyone. We will respect his wishes.
Bagpipe Solo: Pipe Major, William Collins.
Please consider the next time you are writing checks to contribute to worthwhile organizations, include a few dollars for VFW National Home for Children.
Photos: Saidnews.org - D. Schaberg
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