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WHEREAS, throughout the rich history of the United States, patriotic men and
women have taken up arms and sworn an oath to defend our nation, establishing an
honorable tradition of dedicated service; and
WHEREAS, more than 3 million men and women served in the Vietnam War with
more than 58,000 making the ultimate sacrifice; more than 304,000 were wounded and
more than 1,500 are still missing in action; and
WHEREAS, Florida is recognized as one of the most veteran friendly states in the
nation, with 1.5 million veterans calling the Sunshine State home; and
WHEREAS, according to statistics provided by the American Community Survey,
the City of Cape Canaveral is home to 1414 veterans with over 548 being Vietnam War
Veterans; and
WHEREAS, during March's Women Veterans' History Month, we recognize and
honor the women veterans in Florida who served during the Vietnam War; and
WHEREAS, the patriotism of those in uniform who continue to defend the timeless
truths and great freedoms upon which our nation was founded will continue to make our
state and nation proud, and serve as an inspiration for generations to come; and
WHEREAS, we will always honor the legacy of our Vietnam Veterans who served,
were wounded, or lost their lives in battle and for which we can never repay our debt of
gratitude for the courage they displayed; and
WHEREAS, The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 10131, established in 1975
with 20 members, has grown to over 300 members of the VFW Post and Auxiliary and
continue their duty to improve the lives of veterans, service members and their families,
and the Cape Canaveral community; and
WHEREAS, this National Vietnam War Veterans Day is an opportunity to honor all
Vietnam Veterans and their families and recognize the enormous contributions they
continue to make to our state, municipalities and our lives; and
NOW, THEREFORE, 1, Wes Morrison, Mayor of the City of Cape Canaveral, Brevard
County, Florida, do hereby proclaim and extend greetings and best wishes to all observing
March 29, 2023 as the annual
NATIONAL VIETNAM WAR VETERANS DAY
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