It is with great pride and enthusiasm that we are pleased to announce that Thornton will be the host for the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall from July 3, 2008 to July 7, 2008.

The Thornton Veterans Memorial Foundation, working in conjunction with the city of Thornton, has arranged to have this extraordinary memorial present before, during and after the city’s Independence Day celebration.

Of all the war memorials, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial - the Wall - arguably invokes the strongest emotional reaction of any and it is the single most visited memorial in the country. In order to allow more people to experience it, veterans organizations have created 3/5 scale versions that now travel the country making appearances at various events. Just the presence of the wall draws thousands of visitors at every location. It is not merely something that is seen - it is something that is experienced.

About the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall

The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall was created for the purpose of helping to heal the wounds of war, rekindle friendships, and draw attention to veterans issues. This important memorial allows those who may not otherwise be able to travel to Washington D.C. the opportunity to experience this powerful memorial in their hometown. It serves as a reminder of the great sacrifices our servicemen and women made not only during the Vietnam War, but all wars.

The Wall has traveled thousands of miles across dozens of states. Each showing draws thousands of visitors from hundreds of miles away as people are drawn to the memorial and the memories it invokes.

Memorial Design

The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall is a 3/5 scale of the Vietnam War Memorial in Washington D.C. It covers 288 feet with each wing being144 feet in length and is over six feet tall. It is made from 3/16 in. aluminum plate with a backing frame, and is powder coated black with the names highlighted in white. It is engraved with the over 58,000 names of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice during the Vietnam War.

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Need more information? Contact the Thornton Veterans Memorial.