[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 54 (Wednesday, April 24, 1996)]
[House]
[Page H3734]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF VIETNAM WAR MUSEUM IN CHICAGO

  (Mr. FLANAGAN asked and was given permission to address the House 
fore 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. FLANAGAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Vietnam 
Memorial Museum, in the heart of the Vietnamese community in Chicago, 
for its commitment to uniting both American and Vietnamese veterans on 
issues relating to Vietnam and veterans' affairs.
  The museum was founded 10 years ago with the intent of honoring those 
who participated and served in the Vietnam war and educating future 
generations about personal experiences of those who performed such 
service. It contains a fascinating exhibit of various memorabilia, 
artifacts, photographs, artwork, and period publications, reminding us 
all of the sacrifices made by our veterans during the Vietnam war.
  The Vietnam Memorial Museum of Chicago is not a war museum. It is a 
memorial, a place where those who survived the hardships of the Vietnam 
war can meet, reflect on their personal experiences and share memories 
and emotions.
  The museum also serves the community by housing a drop-off center 
where American and Vietnamese veterans channel valuable goods to needy 
Vietnamese refugees living in the Chicago area. This museum is truly a 
community based and community oriented operation.
  The Vietnam War Museum is a tribute to Vietnam veterans and their 
families and all veterans. It is a valuable resource to the Chicagoland 
community that honors all, veterans and civilians alike, who served our 
country during the Vietnam era on behalf of the cause of freedom.

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