This month, The Virginia Museum of History & Culture is commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon with a special display honoring the 230,000+ Virginians who fought in the Vietnam War, and the 1,490 who lost their lives.
Here’s what you can expect from the powerful exhibition, opening on Saturday, Nov. 23:
- New firsthand accounts from Virginia veterans and their families
- Official records, letters, and other artifacts
- Images that capture the realities of war
- How the war shaped Virginia’s culture and politics
Can’t make it to the museum? VMHC’s website and YouTube channel feature a compelling collection of oral history accounts from veterans who were initially reluctant to share their experiences because of the classified nature of their service and America’s divided feelings over the conflict.
Plus: A traveling display will make stops throughout the state, including in Fairfax and Virginia Beach.
