FORT HOOD (Now designated Fort Cavazos) – National Vietnam War Veteran Day is March 29, and the Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos) Exchange is hosting a contactless pinning ceremony to honor Vietnam Veterans’ service, valor and sacrifice.
The ceremony will take place at 10:30 a.m. March 29 at the Clear Creek Concession Mall located at Bldg. 4250, Clear Creek Blvd. here.
Veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time from Nov. 1, 1955, to May 15, 1975, regardless of location, can receive a Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin at the ceremony. This lapel pin, which has become a lasting memento of the Nation’s thanks, is provided in partnership with The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration.
“These heroes made selfless sacrifices for our Nation,” said Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos) Exchange General Manager Chris Haefner. “Many Vietnam Veterans never received the gratitude and respect they deserve. It’s an honor to host this ceremony and share our heartfelt thanks.”
Protecting the military community remains the Exchange’s No. 1 priority, and the PX is taking all necessary precautions to safely honor Vietnam Veterans in this contactless pinning ceremony. Following recommended health guidelines, face coverings and safe social distancing will be required. Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos) Exchange associates continue to maintain enhanced cleaning procedures and customer touchpoints are sanitized multiple times daily.
The Exchange has been a Commemorative Partner with the Vietnam War Commemoration since 2013, planning and conducting events and activities recognizing the service, valor and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans and their families.
All Veterans with service-connected disabilities are now eligible to shop at the PX, as are retirees, active-duty and military dependents. Veterans with service-connected disabilities and their primary family caregivers can find more information on accessing the Exchange at https://ShopMyExchange.com/Vets.
Veterans who typically do not have access to the post should visit the Marvin Leath Visitors Center to obtain a pass for the ceremony. Contact the Fort Hood (Now designated Fort Cavazos) PX at (254) 532-7200 with questions.
The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration is a program administered by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. The Commemoration was authorized by Congress, established under the secretary of defense and launched by the President in 2012. It will continue through Veterans Day 2025.
Media Notes: For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Trey Williams, (254) 289-5967 or williamstreyt@aafes.com.
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Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange) has gone where Soldiers, Airmen and their families go to improve the quality of their lives by providing valued goods and services at exclusive military pricing. The Exchange is the 61st-largest retailer in the United States. Its earnings provided $2.2 billion in dividends to support military morale, welfare and recreation programs over the last 10 years. The Exchange is a non-appropriated fund entity of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors. The Exchange is a 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Partner, planning and conducting events and activities that recognize the service, valor and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans and their families in conjunction with the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our website at http://www.shopmyexchange.com or follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/ExchangePAO.
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