It's time for a better understanding of the Vietnam War

There’s an effort in place that’s long overdue and will be ongoing over basically the next decade.

The 2008 National Defense Authorization Act authorized the Secretary of Defense to conduct a program to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. The observance extends until Veteran’s Day 2025.

Spokane’s Daughters of the American Revolution, Jonas Babcock Chapter, are at the forefront of the effort to recognize both living and deceased Vietnam veterans locally. And to date, on a statewide basis, there were dozens of different programs honoring hundreds of Vietnam vets. And the list is...