Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that founded The Wall in Washington, D.C. in 1982.
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The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) is the nonprofit organization that founded the Vietnam Veterans Memorial (The Wall) in Washington, D.C. VVMF continues to lead the way in paying tribute to our nation’s Vietnam veterans and their families. VVMF’s mission is to honor and preserve the legacy of service in America and educate all generations about the impact of the Vietnam War and era. To learn more about VVMF, visit www.vvmf.org

On Sunday, this outstanding team of Aston Public Works employees, along with several students, city employees from other...
10/13/2026

On Sunday, this outstanding team of Aston Public Works employees, along with several students, city employees from other departments, and veterans, packed up The Wall That Heals despite heavy rain in Aston, Pennsylvania.

Paul Scholtens of Christenson Transportation hauled The Wall That Heals out of Aston, PA, on Sunday. Our drivers donate their time, fuel, and equipment to haul The Wall That Heals around the country. Thank you, Paul!

Visit vvmf.org/the-wall-that-heals for more information.

Happy 251st Birthday to the United States Navy.4.4% of all service members on The Wall served in the Navy during the Vie...
10/13/2026

Happy 251st Birthday to the United States Navy.

4.4% of all service members on The Wall served in the Navy during the Vietnam War. Visit their profiles at https://bit.ly/3FBNZtE

Many more served in Vietnam, returned home, and died due to service-related illness. Visit their profiles at https://bit.ly/3mOQ4K6

We salute all Navy service members today and always. "Forged by the Sea"

Today we remember PFC Walter Edward Golembiewski of Detroit, Michigan, who fell on this day in 1968. Walter is remembere...
10/12/2026

Today we remember PFC Walter Edward Golembiewski of Detroit, Michigan, who fell on this day in 1968. Walter is remembered by his friend, Larry:

"Wally was a fine young man. He was a member of St. Stanislaus High Schools Track Team. He was a very dedicated person who worked to develop his skills daily. He would come to practice after school and train until darkness fell. Wally's perserverance was admirable. You’re missed Wally."

PFC Walter Edward Golembiewski is honored on Panel 41W, Line 52 of The Wall: https://bit.ly/4q4WMLM

To honor your Vietnam veteran on our Facebook please fill out the following form: https://bit.ly/3k7AlWK

Today we honor Samuel Charles Benton of Royal Oak, Michigan. Samuel served in the Army, today is his birthday and he is ...
10/11/2026

Today we honor Samuel Charles Benton of Royal Oak, Michigan. Samuel served in the Army, today is his birthday and he is remembered by his widow, Libby Benton :

"I'm so grateful for the 40+ years we had together. Miss my hero every day!"

Samuel Charles Benton was inducted into the In Memory program in 2024: https://www.vvmf.org/Honor-Roll/502612/Samuel-Charles-Benton/

If your Vietnam veteran returned home and later passed away, please consider applying to our In Memory program: https://bit.ly/3zA893P

To honor your Vietnam veteran on our Facebook please fill out the following form: https://bit.ly/3k7AlW

Today we remember SP4 Scott William Wayt of Beaverton, Oregon. Today is Scott's birthday and he is remembered by his bro...
10/10/2026

Today we remember SP4 Scott William Wayt of Beaverton, Oregon. Today is Scott's birthday and he is remembered by his brother, James Wayt :

"Scott was supposed to arrive home for leave on June 4th 1971. We were informed that his group was short handed and he volunteered for a short mission on June 1st (He was a door gunner on a Huey). On the trip back to his base his helicopter was shot down and all on board perished."

SP4 Scott William Wayt is honored on Panel 3W, Line 63 of The Wall: https://bit.ly/4mJDuKx

To honor your Vietnam veteran on our Facebook please fill out the following form: https://bit.ly/3k7AlWK

Today we remember SGT Lawrence Andre Franklin of Wenatchee, Washington, who fell on this day in 1965. Lawrence is rememb...
10/10/2026

Today we remember SGT Lawrence Andre Franklin of Wenatchee, Washington, who fell on this day in 1965. Lawrence is remembered by his brother, Fred:

"Only four days after his 23rd birthday, my only brother lost his life in Vietnam. He left behind a loving wife and three beautiful sons. His death left a hole that could never be filled."

SGT Lawrence Andre Franklin is honored on Panel 2E, Line 115 of The Wall: https://bit.ly/4jbNvxT

To honor your Vietnam veteran on our Facebook please fill out the following form: https://bit.ly/3k7AlWK

Today we honor Louis Gene Miller of Newcastle, Oklahoma, who passed away on this day in 2017. Louis served in the Army a...
10/08/2026

Today we honor Louis Gene Miller of Newcastle, Oklahoma, who passed away on this day in 2017. Louis served in the Army and is remembered by his wife, Marsha:

"Gene was called home to be with the Lord on this date in 2017. Creating an unforgettable legacy.
Gene devoted his life to his family, friends,his country and the brothers and sisters that served along side of him.
Gene served with the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment known as the Legendary Blackhorse.
1st squad/1st How battery
1968-1969
We love and miss you,Gene."

Louis Gene Miller was inducted into the In Memory program in 2019: https://bit.ly/48a5TSx

If your Vietnam veteran returned home and later passed away, please consider applying to our In Memory program: https://bit.ly/3zA893P

To honor your Vietnam veteran on our Facebook please fill out the following form: https://bit.ly/3k7AlWK

This outstanding team of Veterans, Citizens and Public Works employees built The Wall That Heals here in Aston, Pennsylv...
10/07/2026

This outstanding team of Veterans, Citizens and Public Works employees built The Wall That Heals here in Aston, Pennsylvania today. Thank you, volunteers!

The Wall That Heals in Aston, Pennsylvania is open around the clock until 2pm on Sunday. Visit VVMF.org/the-wall-that-heals for more information.

Today we honor James Eugene Miller of Oak Hill, West Virginia. James served in the Navy, today is his birthday and he is...
10/07/2026

Today we honor James Eugene Miller of Oak Hill, West Virginia. James served in the Navy, today is his birthday and he is remembered by his daughter, Lesley McClaskey :

"This is my dad. He passed away due to his exposure of Agent Orange in Vietnam. He was the funniest person ever. A wonderful husband, dad, and pawpaw. We all miss him so much and I wish he was here to meet his great granddaughter. God bless America and God bless our veterans."

James Eugene Miller was inducted into the In Memory program in 2017: https://bit.ly/3I802iC

If your Vietnam veteran returned home and later passed away due to illness, please consider applying to our In Memory program: https://bit.ly/3zA893P

To honor your Vietnam veteran on our Facebook please fill out the following form: https://bit.ly/3k7AlWK

Thank you to the es**rt crew in Aston, Pennsylvania, for seeing us safely into their community yesterday. Thank you, rid...
10/07/2026

Thank you to the es**rt crew in Aston, Pennsylvania, for seeing us safely into their community yesterday. Thank you, riders!

Shout-out to Steve Clinger (U.S. Army) of Barber Trucking, who hauled The Wall That Heals into Aston, Pennsylvania, yesterday. Our drivers donate their time, fuel, and equipment to haul The Wall That Heals around the country. Thank you, Steve!

Visit vvmf.org/the-wall-that-heals for more information.

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