Welcoming Home Wisconsin's Vietnam Vets
Wisconsin Public Television is excited to announce a new series of events honoring Wisconsin’s Veterans. There are many ways to get involved – we hope you can join us!
Community Film Screenings
Libraries, historical societies, veterans’ groups and other interested community organizations are invited to host community screenings of a powerful new documentary from Wisconsin Public Television, highlighting stories of sacrifice and courage from Wisconsin’s Vietnam Veterans.
To arrange a screening in your community, or to learn more about local programming, please contact us today at 608-265-9092, or email Carrie Kilman.
LZ Lambeau ™
In May 2010, Vietnam War Veterans and their families are invited to a special Welcome Home Celebration at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. The big event will include several days of concerts and reunions, as well as exhibits including The Moving Wall.
To learn more, or to sign up for tickets (free to veterans!), visit http://lzlambeau.org/
A
powerful new documentary coming in 2010
Wisconsin Vietnam veteran Daniel
Pierce discusses his experiences in Vietnam, his lasting emotional
connection to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C.
and the soldiers whose names are etched upon it. Daniel Pierce is
just one of the many veterans who are sharing their memories of Vietnam
for the latest in WPT’s portrayal of war through firsthand
accounts — Wisconsin Vietnam War Stories.
Other Related Events
Back in the World: Portaits of Wisconsin Vietnam Veterans
Chazen Art Museum
Madison
Opens Oct. 31, opening event Wed. Nov 11th.
Photographer James Gill took portraits of the veterans who participated in the television project as a tribute to their service. These large-format color photographs provide insight into the veterans' memories and experiences, which they carry long after the wars end.