Spaatz Museum

Southeast Asian nation on March 29, 1973. Military Assistance Command, Vietnam was disbanded and the last U.S. combat troops departed the country.

“As a national military museum, it is fitting that we would participate in honoring all veterans of foreign wars,” said retired

Marine Col, Keith Seiwell, CEO and founder of the Spaatz museum. Many local veterans, and descendants of veterans, visit and contribute to the museum. We hear their stories, and many of the pieces on display are donated by them. Much has been written about what it was like for us to ‘return to the world.’ This museum offers a place to thank our veterans,”

The museum is planning to commemorate Vietnam War Veteran’s Day every year. The current Vietnam

War era memorabilia exhibit will be on display through April 3.

President Barack Obama proclaimed March 29, 2012, as Vietnam Veterans Day. He called upon Americans to observe the day with programs, ceremonies, and activities that would commemorate the 50 year anniversary of the Vietnam War.

President Donald J. Trump signed the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017 officially recognizing March 29 as National Vietnam War Veterans Day and called for U.S. flags to be flown on this day honoring everyone who served in the military (whether they were in Vietnam or not).

National Vietnam War Veterans Day also includes the service of the armed forces and support organizations during the war; the wartime contributions at home by American citizens; the advancements in technology, science, and medicine; and the contributions made by U.S. allies.

JESI YOST — FOR MEDIANEWS GROUP Several items of Vietnam era clothing and uniforms make up part of the Vietnam War era memorabilia exhibit on display at the General Carl Spaatz National USAAF Museum in Boyertown.