CRDA Proudly Sponsors Historic Vietnam War Memorial Events at Atlantic Cape Community College

To acknowledge the 50th anniversary of the official cessation of the Vietnam War and recognize the sacrifices made by the proud veterans throughout Southern New Jersey, Atlantic Cape Community College will host a series of free and open-to-the-public events on the Mays Landing campus commemorating the end of the Vietnam War between Tuesday, September 16 and Saturday, September 20.

Designated as the final officially-recognized ceremony by the United States Department of Defense, the highlight of the week’s festivities will be the arrival of an 82-foot replica of the Vietnam War Memorial Mobile Wall, which will arrive at the College around 12 p.m. on the 16th, flanked by a dignified escort of American Legion Riders, New Jersey State Police helicopters and additional riders from numerous veterans’ organizations.

Complete Schedule of Events

Wednesday, September 17: Veterans Recognition Ceremony at 12 p.m. honoring those who served during the Vietnam War Era between 1955-1975, featuring the United States Navy Band Northeast. At 10:30 a.m., a Wreaths of Honor ceremony will take place at the Vietnam Memorial Mobile Wall.

Thursday, September 18: Screening of the award-winning Vietnam War documentary “A Place of Honor” at 12 p.m. in the Student Center, followed by a wreath laying ceremony at 1 p.m. with retired police, fire, and State Police veterans, accompanied by the Sandpipers Bagpipers.

Friday, September 19: National POW/MIA Day wreath laying ceremony at 12 p.m. with Gold Star & Blue Star Mothers, American Legion Auxiliary, and VFW Auxiliary.

Saturday, September 20: Memorial Mass at 4 p.m. in Walter E. Edge Theater, followed by a procession to the Wall and closing ceremony featuring a 10-gun salute, cannon firing, and taps.

CRDA recognizes the immense sacrifices made by Vietnam War veterans and their families. This final officially-recognized commemoration provides our South Jersey community with a profound opportunity to honor these brave men and women who served our nation.

The Vietnam War Memorial Mobile Wall will remain accessible to all veterans, families, and community members throughout the five-day event.

Visit atlanticcape.edu/vietnam for complete information.