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Imperial County honors Vietnam veterans for 50th anniversary

March 29, 2023 12:02 PM

Published March 29, 2023 12:00 PM

EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) - Today is National Vietnam War Veterans Day and the City of El Centro celebrated and recognized Vietnam veterans.

On March 29, 50 years ago, the last American troop departed from Vietnam.

Many veterans remember how devastating it was to come back home as they were perceived as "enemies" and weren't welcomed.

The ceremony started around 10 a.m. and more than 100 residents and veterans attended.

At noon, the city of El Centro hosted a luncheon gathering to continue honoring them.

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