Tag: veterans
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New Bill would Allow Hmong, Laotian Vets to Get Veterans Stamps on Drivers Licenses
MADISON, WI (WTAQ-WRN) — A bill that would allow Hmong and Laotian veterans official stamps on their drivers licenses got a hearing at the capitol on Tuesday. Representative Shae Sortwell says those … Read Full Article
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Overlooked Hmong vets honored in final Old Glory Honor Flight of the year
This year’s final Old Glory Honor Flight recognized 20 Hmong veterans, alongside other vets, underscoring their significant contributions to the U.S. during the Vietnam War. Fitting tribute: The Hmong … Read Full Article
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Hmong Cultural Center in Newton would preserve culture, honor Hmong veterans
The Hmong Southeast Puavpheej aims to raise $500,000 at an upcoming event, which would go towards building a Hmong Cultural Center in Newton. The goals of the cultural center are … Read Full Article
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Fresno Center hosts celebration highlighting Hmong culture
May 14 marked the 48th anniversary of the final airlift of Hmong and Lao veterans who fought during the Vietnam War. Read Full Article
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Hastings Veterans Monument to include names of ‘Secret War’ soldiers
Yang is a community organizer who represents the Special Guerilla Unit soldiers who fought in the ‘secret war’ in Laos. Bound by military secrecy, the U.S. did not officially acknowledge its role in … Read Full Article
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Anchorage commemorates Hmong American Veterans Memorial Day
Hmong Americans Veterans Day is commemorated to remember those Hmong and Lao soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Vietnam War and to honor those who are currently with … Read Full Article
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Hmong veterans honored at Wisconsin Hmong/Lao Veteran’s Day ceremony in Neillsville
Over 35,000 Hmong soldiers took part in the Vietnam War. In Wisconsin, their work is forever recognized. “Governor Evers signed a bill to recognize this day into law in Wisconsin,” said Lt. Nao Shoua … Read Full Article
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Cannon Falls veteran’s memorial dedication
Now almost 50 years later in cannon falls Hmong veteran Toe Fung along with the help of community members dedicated a veteran’s memorial park that will honor not just Hmong veterans, but all veterans. Read Full Article
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Hmong-Lao veterans day celebrated in Eau Claire
This is celebrated on the anniversary of the last day of airlift evacuation of the remaining Hmong and Lao soldiers from Vietnam in 1974. Read Full Article
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American Veterans Memorial Park grand opening Sunday
Sunday, dozens gathered for the grand opening of American Veterans Memorial Park just south of Cannon Falls in Goodhue County. Read Full Article
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Hmong-Lao Veterans Day is Sunday in Wisconsin, several events planned
Yang is on a committee that’s helped organize one of several events around Wisconsin marking Hmong-Lao Veterans Day. She told WUWM’s Chuck Quirmbach that the state recognition is much appreciated. The … Read Full Article
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Flag order honors Hmong-Lao Veterans Day
Flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin were ordered by the governor to be flown at half-staff on Sun., May 14, 2023, in honor of Hmong- Lao Veterans … Read Full Article
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Flags to be flown at half-staff in Wisconsin for Hmong-Lao Veterans Day
Gov. Tony Evers has declared May 14 as Hmong-Lao Veterans Day in Wisconsin by signing Executive Order #200. The order mandates flags of the United States and Wisconsin to … Read Full Article
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Gov. Tony Evers proclaims May 14 “Hmong-Lao Veterans Day” across Wisconsin
Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #200 which orders the flags of the United States and Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff Sun., May 14 in honor of Hmong-Lao Veterans … Read Full Article
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Welcome Vietnam Veterans Day
Middaugh shined a spotlight on the Lao and Hmong soldiers who were hired by U.S. special forces to fight the Northern Vietnamese, yet are rarely acknowledged for their service. Several Lao and Hmong … Read Full Article