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04-28-2009, 09:27 AM | #1 |
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The Vietnam Memorial Moving Wall
A humble and proud committee has been formed in Wolfeboro to arrange for a visit by the Moving Wall, September 24 - 28, 2009. The Wall will be set up at "the Nick" recreation complex on Rt 28 heading north out of Town. More details will be posted as more details are developed. Anyone wishing to contact the Committee may call 569-3769 or 569-6396 for information.
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04-28-2009, 12:21 PM | #3 |
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Thanks for the update on the location camp guy. Is it all right that I quoted you on the calendar event?
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04-28-2009, 01:51 PM | #4 |
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The Moving Wall
On Memorial Day week-end last year, the Wall was set up in Constitution Park in Ossipee. It was a great success!
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04-30-2009, 06:52 AM | #5 |
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Per the calendar post of alaunit18
The Moving Wall Organizational Meeting #5 will be held on Tuesday, May 26th at 7:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the American Legion Hall, 142 Center Street in Wolfeboro, NH. All are welcome to help out and please bring a friend! Refreshments will be served. |
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04-30-2009, 07:25 AM | #6 |
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Moving Wall visit
My husband and I visited the Moving Wall last year in Ossipee on a day that was about 1,000 degrees... it was tremendously touching. As a child of the
60's - a war protester, flower child, etc., I can tell you there are no words... you just stand in front of the wall and begin to cry. My brother-in-law and father-in-law both died as a result of, but not during, the Vietnam War, so very tragic. Go and see the wall if you have the opportunity. |
04-30-2009, 08:18 AM | #7 |
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I spent time @ the Wall last summer when it was in Newport. I also found it to be emotionally moving to be there and touch it. Families left small tokens for their loved ones. It is a wonderful gesture to spend time there honoring those who 'gave it all' for us and our country. To any of you forum members who are veterans of the Vietnam and all other wars... thank you sincerely from the bottom of my heart.
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04-30-2009, 11:46 PM | #8 |
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Thank you so much for bringing this important dedication and part of our military history to the Lakes Region for others to see and feel...
The more people that see this memorial, the more who can understand the pain of those who served and survived as well as those left behind. |
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05-02-2009, 09:09 AM | #10 |
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Several years ago my wife and I took a trip to Washington DC, my purpose was to visit the wall where several of my Navy friends names are. I don't like to think about it too much, it does not get easier. But the wall and all is very moving. While I was there I did visit the Kennedy grave but I also visited with my friend and pastor's grave a tremendous Navy Chaplain. I went across the road and there was a giant black monument (head stone) that had Adm Hiram Rickover on it, and he was next to Thurman Marshall.
I feel for Marshall having to rest in eternity next to Rickover. Rickover hated the black man more than anyone else. I suppose it was fitting to put Rickover next to him. I wonder if his wife had anything to do with were he rests. As we come up upon Memorial Day, let us not forget those fallen soldiers, and sailors from all wars, and keep those that are serving today in our prayers for peace and safety. Remember "ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country" |
06-22-2009, 08:12 PM | #11 |
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The Vietnam Memorial Moving Wall
Since I first posted this upcoming event I am deeply gratified by the kind and meaningful responses.
The plans are still on track for September 24 - 28, 2009, at the "Nick" recreation field on Rt 28 in Wolfeboro. Newmarket had a successful Wall showing last month, and we are looking forward to our successful showing in September. The Committee is working hard, and if you would like to participate please call 569-3769 or 569-6396. Any and all help will be greatly appreciated. |
06-24-2009, 08:42 AM | #12 |
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We took our kids to see the Wall last week when it was in Gorham. It was very moving. Along with the Vietnam wall, they also have a display of dog tags remembering all of the soldiers that have been killed in the Iraq war and the Gulf war. Very, very touching. I think everyone should see it...it truly makes you grateful.
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06-24-2009, 02:59 PM | #13 |
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I agree, the wall is very moving. I visited the wall last year in Washington DC on 19-May, the 43rd anniversary of the death of my best childhood friend. He was 19, a Marine Sgt with less than 3 weeks left in country. I had with me my son, who was going to graduate from Naval Academy, Annapolis four days later and take his commission as a 2nd Lt U.S.M.C. My son in law, at that time, was in Iraq on his third tour serving as a crew chief on a V-22 Osprey.
John Birdsall is correct " I don't like to think about it too much, it does not get easier ". All the emotions and experiences of that period consumed me as I visited the names of my fellow Army friends. I remember turning to my son and telling him that the torch of responsibility as an leader is now on his shoulders. He needs to make sure that he remembers today and the emotions I have 43 years later and to lead with respect and diginty. I plan to visit the moving wall this Sept. |
09-18-2009, 09:14 AM | #14 |
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Welcome to the lake and forum SIR. I am the son of a retired airforce vet. who is now suffering with alzhimers. I have nothing but the highest regard and respect of those that know the honor of serving. God bless your son as he serves. My cousin (Emile Joseph Legere) is remembered on panel 23-E. His fateful day was July 11, 1967.
Next week the Collins Foundation will be at the laconia Airport with a B-17 and B24. This is another moving tribute to the military past. |
09-25-2009, 11:19 AM | #15 |
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A Moving Experience
Just got back from the "Nick" in Wolfeboro where the Vietnam Moving Wall is on display, this is my second visit to the Wall. I have a couple of friends that have lost many Buddies to the Vietnam war and relive "it" everyday, I bring them to the Wall so they can pay their respects and it is a deeply moving experience for them and myself. We will never forget.
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09-25-2009, 07:38 PM | #16 |
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Vietnam Moving Wall
I started this thread some time ago, and I am humble to say that the Wall is up and many people have been visiting. This is a wonderful event at which respect and honor may be paid to those who gave their last full measure of devotion.
The Wall committee is pleased with the visitation, and urge all in the area to visit. The Wall is at the "Nick" Field, north on Rt 28 about 2 miles from the blinking light intersection in Wolfeboro. The Wall will have closing ceremonies at 1:00 PM Monday, September 28th. |
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