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When the soldiers came home from Vietnam, there were no parades, no celebrations. So they built the Vietnam Memorial for
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"When the soldiers came home from Vietnam, there were no parades, no celebrations. So they built the Vietnam Memorial for themselves"

- William Westmoreland

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This quote by William Westmoreland speaks with the absence of acknowledgment as well as admiration that the soldiers that offered in the Vietnam War received upon their return house. The quote indicates that the soldiers were not welcomed back with the same excitement and also event that soldiers of other wars had experienced. Consequently, the soldiers really felt the demand to construct a memorial to honor their solution and to recognize the sacrifices they had made. The Vietnam Memorial acts as a pointer of the courage as well as valor of the soldiers that served in the battle, and it stands as a testament to their dedication to their nation. The quote additionally acts as a reminder of the value of identifying and recognizing those that offer in the armed forces, and of the requirement to show gratitude for their service.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by William Westmoreland between March 26, 1914 and July 18, 2005. He/she was a famous Soldier from USA. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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