Glenn Thompson: “Tomorrow is National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Madam Speaker, 46 years ago, March 29, 1973, the last combat troops were…”

“Tomorrow is National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Madam Speaker, 46 years ago, March 29, 1973, the last combat troops were ordered out of Vietnam; and just 2 years ago, we designated March 29 as a national day to honor our Vietnam veterans. Madam Speaker, in many instances, our Vietnam veterans often did not receive a warm welcome home when they returned from war. There were no parades, no welcome back ceremonies. Our Vietnam veterans, many of whom were drafted, answered the Nation's call and served with honor and distinction. Vietnam veterans constructed their own memorial here in Washington, built entirely by private donations and dedicated to the 2.7 million servicemembers who served during the Vietnam war. Madam Speaker, we all know someone who served in Vietnam. These veterans are our friends, our family, and neighbors. It is long overdue to salute them for their service, but it is not too late. This weekend, I will proudly be at the Cambria County War Memorial to mark this special day. May God bless our Vietnam war veterans today, tomorrow, and every day. Welcome home. ____________________”