In January 1973, a negotiated peace between North and South Vietnam was agreed upon, and on March 29, 1973, the United States Military Assistance Command, Vietnam was disestablished, sending the
Patriotic and military music played and women passed out American flags on Monday morning as people slowly gathered at the memorial wall in Fischer Park at Port Royal in Spring Hill. Â
Many wore caps designating them as Vietnam veterans. They came for a Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony presented by the Gen. Richard Winn Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. The event was made possible thanks to a partnership with the Spring Hill Parks and Recreation Department and was created to recognize those who served in the military during the Vietnam War.Â
Vietnam veterans representing several organizations in Lewis, Maury and Williamson counties joined family members and others representing a Vietnam vet, such as Phoebe Davis and Gail Cox, to reflect on the past, remember those lost and honor all who served. A wreath was placed in front of the memorial wall.Â