Latest "Vietnam Wall" stories

Honor Flight officials press to resume police escorts for veterans

Trips bringing elderly vets to national war memorials resumed last fall, but police escorts to facilitate the visits have not.

By Leo Shane III

19 months ago

Desert Storm memorial to be built on National Mall near Vietnam Wall

The decision ends a three-year debate over the best location to honor troops who served in that conflict.

By Leo Shane III and Victoria Leoni

5 years ago

The sacred names: Inside the creation of the Vietnam Wall

Before the Wall could be completed, a big question had to answered: Whose names would go on it?

By Robert W. Doubek

5 years ago

Lawmakers ask Park Service to stop harassing vets visiting war memorials

Members of Congress are raising concerns over reports that park officials are asking veterans for permits when the visitors pose for photos at the sites.

By Leo Shane III

6 years ago

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