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Larson Honors Vietnam Veterans

October 19, 2016

Rocky Hill, CT - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) joined Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman, CT Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Sean Connolly, Captain Paul “Buddy” Bucha, Major General Thadeau Martin and over 300 Vietnam veterans in a ceremony to honor their service.

“The Vietnam War and the veterans who served our country so bravely are reminders of the need to always distinguish between the warrior and the war,” said Larson. “Our Vietnam veterans sacrificed greatly for our freedom, and came home to a public largely indifferent to their struggles. We must never let that happen again.

"Perhaps because of the welcome they received on their return, our Vietnam veterans have been some of the strongest advocates for our veterans today. I am always moved by the work of veterans like John Scanlon and Paul Barry, who give endlessly of themselves to help those who need it. All of the veterans present here today have sacrificed more than we can possibly imagine, and I commend them for their service."

Last week, Larson held a small ceremony to thank a group of Vietnam veterans and Gold Star Families who brought the Global War on Terror Wall of Remembrance to West Hartford. He meets regularly with his Veterans Advisory Board to discuss ways to better serve veterans in Connecticut and across the nation.

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