March 29, 2024 3:50 a.m.

On Wednesday, Douglas County Commissioners Chris Boice, Tim Freeman, and Tom Kress issued a proclamation noting Friday as Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day in Douglas County.

A County release said it honors with somber reflection the United State’s 13-year commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War, which will continue through 2025. The proclamation encouraged all citizens to thank and honor Vietnam veterans and their families for their bravery, courageous military service, and sacrifice. Following the reading, the commissioners presented proclamation certificates to Umpqua Valley Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #805 Board of Directors: Bill Duncan, Bill Mixon, Roger Boucock, Terry Weekly and Lonnie Shields.

Vietnam Veterans in attendance at the special Vietnam War Commemoration 50th Pinning Ceremony at the fairgrounds were presented with a commemorative pin and welcomed home by a legion of public officials. The event included the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall Display, and a number of speeches as well.

A copy of the video presentation of the entire ceremony can be found on the Douglas County Government Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=douglas%20county%20government