The Vietnam Memorial Wall Tribute will take place from September 16–20, 2025 at Atlantic Cape Community College in Mays Landing, New Jersey. This commemoration marks the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War and features an 82-foot replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, accompanied by Cost of Freedom panels. The tribute is free and open to the public each day at noon.

The schedule includes a variety of ceremonies and programs:

• September 16 – Arrival of the Tribute Wall escorted by American Legion MC Riders and NJ State Troopers.
• September 17 – Veterans Recognition Ceremony honoring Vietnam War–era veterans and families, featuring the Navy Band Northeast. Tribute pins will be presented by the U.S. Department of Defense, with a posthumous tribute to Brigadier General Alfred Cade.
• September 18 – Screening of the award-winning Vietnam War documentary A Place of Honor, followed by a tribute from the Atlantic County Retired Police & Firemen Association and the NJ State Troopers.
• September 19 – Gold Star and Blue Star Mothers’ POW/MIA remembrance event.
• September 20 – Memorial Mass hosted by the New Jersey Knights of Columbus.

This week-long tribute provides an opportunity for reflection, remembrance, and community recognition of the sacrifices made by Vietnam veterans and their families.

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