Minnesota IV

This memorial is located in a park along the lake in Winona, Mn. It is but one of a number of memorials within the park including Gold Star Mothers and POW/MIA sites.

The inscription on the memorial reads;

IN HONOR OF ALL
VIETNAM VETERANS
WHO ON LAND, AIR AND SEA
SERVED WITH COURAGE
COMPETENCE, FORTITUDE
AND HONOR.
WE SALUTE YOUR
COMMITMENT, VALOR
AND LOVE OF COUNTRY
YOU EPITOMIZE THE
BEST OF THE AMERICAN SPIRIT

In addition, the memorial totals the statistics from Vietnam and these, of course, vary by the information known at the time the memorial was built.

Note that this site specifies 1958 as the beginning of the war and, also, note the pavers surrounding the wall that helped pay for it. The gazebo behind the first picture is used for some of the ceremonies held here each year.

On Veterans day a 24 hour vigil is held along with brief ceremonies to honor all who are remembered in this lovely setting.

The park is located on Lake Park Drive and Park Drive in Winona, Minnesota.