Proclamation - City Council - 3/28/2023 - Vietnam Veterans Recognition Day - 03/29/2023 •
CITY OF EAGLE, IDAHO
VIETNAM VETERANS RECOGNITION DAY PROCLAMATION
March 29, 2023
WHEREAS, as we observe the anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, we reflect
with solemn reverence upon the valor of a generation that served with honor; and
WHEREAS,we pay tribute to the more than three million servicemen and women who left
their families to serve bravely,a world away from everything they knew and everyone they loved;
and
WHEREAS, we honor all who served on active duty in the United States Armed Forces at
any time during the period of November 1, 1955, to May 15, 1975, regardless of duty location;
and
WHEREAS, we draw inspiration from the heroes who suffered unspeakably as prisoners
of war, yet who returned home with their heads held high. We pledge to keep the faith with those
who were wounded and still carry the scars of war, seen and unseen; and
WHEREAS, it is important to honor the men and women who survived the Vietnam War,
as well as the 58,220 men and women who gave their lives; and
WHEREAS,while no words will ever be fully worthy for their service,nor any honor truly
befitting their sacrifice, let us remember that it is never too late to pay tribute to the men and
women who answered the call of duty with courage and valor; and
WHEREAS, throughout this commemoration, let us strive to live up to their example by
showing our Vietnam Veterans, their families, and all who have served the fullest respect and
support of a grateful state and nation; and
WHEREAS, Vietnam Veterans Day presents the opportunity for the people of Idaho to
honor and thank our Vietnam Veterans for their sacrifice to our country; and
WHEREAS, as residents of the great State of Idaho, we must never forget the sacrifice of
the men and women who fought in the name of freedom and democracy for all;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Jason Pierce, Mayor of the City of Eagle Idaho, do hereby
proclaim March 29, 2023, to be
VIETNAM VETERANS RECOGNITION DAY
in Eagle and call upon our citizens to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies in honor of
our men and women who have served this country so valiantly to preserve the principles of
justice, freedom, and democracy; to fly the flag; and to visit all our Veterans, especially those
who are hospitalized, and let them know we appreciate their great sacrifices.
APPROVED this 28th Day of March, 2023.
Signed
Qaa n Peirce, Mayor