Veterans bulletin [Summer 2007]

Sonny Perdue Governor

Veterans Bulletin Georgia Department of Veterans Service
Georgia Veterans...guardians of liberty Summer 2007

Pete Wheeler Commissioner

State Cemetery in Glennville Taking Shape

The front entrance at U.S. Highway 301

The committal structure under construction

Full Story Inside -- Pages 8-9

The vaults being placed

The carillon tower

The administration building

Columbarium area under construction

The maintenance building

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DNA Samples Needed to

Identify U.S. Remains

More than 88,000 U.S.

DNA samples to aid in the iden-

servicemembers from the Viet- tification process.

nam War, Cold War, Korean

The latest technologies

War and World War II are miss- are applied at laboratories in

ing. Nearly 600 specialists are Hawaii and Maryland, includ-

hard at work all over the globe, ing the use of mitochondrial

applying special skills to find DNA, enabling scientists to

their remains and bring them match the DNA from recovered

home.

remains to those of donors from

Defense Department of- the servicemember's maternal

ficials say families of missing blood line.

servicemembers can greatly

DNA is used in 80 percent

help the effort by providing

of identifications each year.

Air Force
USAF Missing Persons Branch 550 C Street West, Suite 15 Randolph AFB, TX 78150-4716 1 (800) 531-5501
Army
Department of the Army U.S. Army Human Resources Command ATTN: AHRC-PER 200 Stovall Street Alexandria, VA 22332-0482 1 (800) 892-2490
Marine Corps
Headquarters U. S. Marine Corps Manpower and Reserve Affairs (MRC) Personal and Family Readiness Division 3280 Russell Road Quantico, VA 22134-5103 1 (800) 847-1597

Navy
Navy Personnel Command Casualty Assistance Division POW/MIA Branch (PERS-624) 5720 Integrity Drive Millington, TN 38055-6210 1 (800) 368-3202

Department of
State
Overseas Citizens Services U.S. Department of State 4th Floor 2201 Pennsylvania Ave, NW Washington, DC 20037 (202) 647-5470

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State, Federal Agencies Commit to

Proactive Treatment of Georgia Troops

VAMC-Augusta News Release June 2007
On June 26, Commissioner Wheeler joined the VA, the Georgia National Guard and other state and federal agencies, agreeing to proactively communicate and be more aggressive in serving the state's veterans.
The Memorandum of Understanding was signed in the office of the Georgia Adjutant General, Lieutenant General David Poythress and augments the ongoing, comprehensive effort to ensure military service members and their families are honored for their selfless service to our country.
"The Georgia National Guard has a long and proud history of commitment to the Nation," said Lawrence Biro, Director of the VA Southeast Network, "and VA will ensure that our Nation is equally committed to their wellbeing as they return home to their families and civilian lives."
"Our veterans deserve the very best that we have to offer. This Memorandum of Understanding puts into place our best efforts to ensure they receive it," Commissioner Wheeler said. "It isn't something new but is the result of our efforts over the past few years to develop systems and procedures to provide those services to our veterans. This MOU records those practices

Photo by Pete Grattan, VAMC, Atlanta, GA Commissioner Wheeler is shown here seated next to LTG David Poythress, GA Adjutant General, as the Memorandum of Understanding is signed. Left to right standing: Ed Chamberlain, GA NG Chief of Staff, Bill Deegan GA Transition Assistance Advisor, Mr. Lynwood Bradley, Atlanta Vet Center, Mr. Ed Gresham, US Department of Labor - VETS, Dr. Mike Stapleton, VA Southeast Network, Mr. Grant Singleton, Atlanta Regional (VA Benefits) Office, Mr. Bobby Banks, GA Department of Labor, Mr. Mark Fox, VA/DoD Coordinating Office.

and procedures and will ensure that as we go forward that we don't forget but instead that we build on what we have developed and improve our services to those who are serving our great nation. Georgia Department of Veterans Service is proud to be a part of this effort."
The Departments of Defense, Labor and Veterans Affairs already provide worldclass transition services to those returning from Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom and other mobilizations in support of the Global War On Terror. The services include treatment for medical, mental health and dental conditions, as well as

the many employment issues associated with conflict.
"The purpose of this document to help us make sure our Soldiers and Airmen are returned, reunited and reintegrated with their families, employers and communities following their tour of duty in a combat theater," explained Lieutenant General David Poythress, Georgia's Adjutant General.
"We have a tremendous range of resources available from agencies at both the state and federal level and this will help us make sure we are all working together," added General Poythress. "We already have a very proactive program
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Wheeler Reminds Convention Delegates

VA Benefits "Are Not Automatic"

The American Legion, Dalton

While addressing Veterans Service Organizations during their state conventions in June, Georgia Commissioner of Veterans Affairs Pete Wheeler reminded conference attendees no VA benefit is paid automatically.
In his remarks at the opening ceremonies of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, and AMVETS annual department conventions, Commissioner Wheeler told delegates representing their local membership that, "veterans' benefits are not awarded automatically."

"Benefits must be applied for in order to get paid," Commissioner Wheeler strongly pointed out.
"If the veteran is unaware of the benefit, he or she may not apply for it and will never receive it," the Commissioner further explained. "Our (the Georgia Department of Veterans Service) mission is to work for your membership, assist every veteran, their spouse and dependents in obtaining the benefits to which they are entitled, to tell them when they are entitled, and to assist them in gathering and preparing the
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DAV, Macon

AMVETS, Augusta

VFW, Norcross

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University System to Waive Student Fees

for Combat Veterans of Guard, Reservists

The Board of Regents of waiver to complement federal launching the Georgia Military

the University System of Geor- educational benefits available Education Initiative (MEI), a

gia (USG) recently approved to reservists and National

coordinated System-wide ap-

a measure waiving mandatory Guardsmen."

proach to expanding the degree

fees for any Georgia residents

Currently, through the

programs, courses and support

who have seen combat in recent Georgia HERO (Helping Edu- services available to every

years as active members of the cate Reservists and their Off- branch of the military.

Georgia National Guard or the spring) Scholarship Program,

The goal of this initiative

U.S. Military Reserves, effec- administered by the Georgia is to address the unique chal-

tive immediately.

Student Finance Commission lenges that make it difficult to

"This waiver could save (GSFC), members of the Geor- provide college degree pro-

eligible veterans $200-600 per gia National Guard and the U.S. grams to military personnel

semester in fees assessed to all Military Reserves who have

a population frequently on

students for such things as stu- seen combat and their offspring the move and out of reach of a

dent health services, parking, may qualify to receive up to

USG campus through tradi-

technology and intercollegiate $8,000 each to attend college in tional means. Using the inher-

athletics," said Vice Chancel- the University System of Geor- ent strengths of various USG

lor for Fiscal Affairs William gia. Veterans who qualify for institutions in a collaborative

R. Bowes. "Waiving these

HERO Scholarship are eligible manner, System officials are

fees aligns with the University for the mandatory-fee waiver, rapidly expanding support with

System's ongoing Customer Bowes noted.

flexible, high-demand, quality

Service Initiative and is the

In March, 2007, the USG programs.

latest benefit we are extending made it "faster, friendlier and

The mandatory-fee waiver

in order to be of better service easier" for military personnel approved today is available

to our veterans. We intend the to obtain college degrees by

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Business Assistance Available for Veterans

With nearly a quarter of newly discharged veterans considering starting their own businesses, a new Small Business Administration venture aims to make business ownership easier for all veterans.
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has unveiled a program called "Patriot Express" that offers a wide variety of assistance to veterans interested in setting up or expanding their own small businesses.

Assistance under the new SBA program for veterans ranges from help writing a business plan and managing a business, to obtaining financing and learning how to export goods. Participants may also qualify for loans between 2.25 percent and 4.75 percent over the prime interest rate. Loans are available up to $500,000.
The Patriot Express loans can be used for most business purposes, including start-up, expansion, equipment purchas-

es, working capital, inventory or business-occupied real-estate purchases.
Patriot Express is open to veterans, reservists and National Guard members, current spouses of eligible personnel, the surviving spouses of service members who die on active duty, or spouses of veterans who die from a service-connected disability.
More information about the SBA program is available at www.sba.gov/patriotexpress.

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GVMC-Glennville Taking Shape; Dedication

David Tootle, Glennville Sentinel Staff Writer, contributed photos and story on this page
Big changes are visible as the Georgia Veterans Memorial CemeteryGlennville takes shape.
Workers at the site on U.S. 301 north of Glennville have made substantial progress. A dedication ceremony is scheduled for 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 28.
Near the entrance, the large stone sign has been set. The sign will be engraved, and will also hold a large bronze seal of the State of Georgia. Stone columns already in place and visible from the roadway will be connected by a black ornamental fence. The driveway, accented by stone pavers near the entrance, features a turnaround at the front gate. A large flagpole is being situated behind the gates, the first of many flags that will greet visitors to the facility.
As guests drive into the cemetery, they will see a burial area to their left where standard, single interments will take place.
To the right of the entrance drive, the administration building is near completion. On the outside of the administration building is a kiosk where visitors can look up the location of anyone buried in the cemetery. Personnel will be on hand during regular business hours on weekdays, as both cemetery offices and the state Veterans Service Office will be located there. Parking will be available on both sides of the drive near the administration building.
Continuing up the main drive, visitors will approach the ceremonial area, located beside a group of large pecan trees. This area will be available for large programs, and is marked by a granite monument near its entrance.
Several flagpoles will be erected near the monument, and decorative paving will add to the patriotic flavor.

To be eligible for burial in the cemetery, a veteran must have military service under the rules established by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Interment services will be available Monday through Friday. The cemetery will be open daily from 8:00 a.m. to dusk for visitation.
Proper paperwork is required to determine eligibility. The veteran's name; rank; serial, social security and VA claim numbers; date of birth and date of death must be provided to cemetery personnel. A copy of the veteran's DD 214 or other proof of service is required. A copy of the marriage certificate is required for the spouse to be buried with the veteran.
REQUIREMENTS FOR BURIAL
A veteran under the rules established by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and separated under other than dishonorable conditions.
A member of the Reserves/National Guard who was eligible for retirement pay at the time of death or would have been entitled to retired pay but for the fact that they were not at least 60 years of age.
A member of the U.S. Armed Forces or a reserve component of the U.S. Armed Forces, who died in the line of duty while on active duty, or active duty for training.
An eligible veteran's spouse may be interred in the same plot as the veteran at GVMC. A copy of the marriage certificate is required.
An eligible veteran's dependent (unmarried, under age 21, or lifelong dependency on the veteran) is eligible for burial at GVMC. Documentation of eligibility is required.
A copy of the veteran's DD 214 or other documentation verifying active military service must be furnished.

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Ceremony Set For Wednesday, November 28

WHAT IS THE COST?
There is no charge for the gravesite, vault, marker, or use of the committal chapel for interment service for an eligible veteran or spouse/eligible family member.
All costs for a casket, preparation of the body for burial, and other funeral costs (transportation, use of funeral home, minister, etc.) must be arranged through a funeral home of your choice and paid for by the veteran, the veteran's estate, or survivors.
WHAT IS PROVIDED
The nonveteran spouse/dependent will normally be buried with the veteran.
If the veteran has been buried in a plot for cremated remains, the nonveteran spouse/dependent must also choose a burial designed for cremated remains.
A standard upright, granite government-provided marker will be used to mark the grave for casket burials and in-ground cremains. A small granite marker will be used for cremated remains placed in the columbarium.
Plot: Next available (no preselection) Plot: Next available space for cremated remains to be buried Niche: Next available for those that are cremated and placed in the columbarium wall Vault: Concrete Liner (double depth for vet and spouse/dependent) Marker: Standard U.S. Government granite markers Care: Perpetual care provided by the State
Information from Georgia Department of Veterans Service
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From the ceremonial area, a driveway and sidewalk to the left will lead to the carillon tower and a meditation area.
The tower will be the sound system for the entire cemetery. Sitting among the pecan trees, it will sound out chimes, "Taps," and the National Anthem, and will supply disk-quality sound.
Farther down a hill near the southern border of the property will be a "meditation area." This private spot can be accessed by a walkway that leads past the site for scattered ashes. It will be furnished with benches near the tree line, and will be a place for quiet contemplation.
On the right, or northern, side of the ceremonial area will be the cemetery's maintenance facilities inside a chain link fence with "privacy weave." A closed system for water recycling and purification will be used here so that any impure run-off from the clean-up of vehicles will not find its way into nearby water supplies.
The road to the right of the ceremonial area leads to the cemetery's highest ground, where 1400 doubledepth vaults have been completely buried and surveyed so that they can be accessed easily in the future. Nearby are the pre-cast structures for columbaria, which will hold cremated remains. The beautiful committal shelter, a chapel where services will be held, is also taking shape in this area.
Burials in this part of the cemetery, where couples will be interred together, will start in the back, in rows of 50 and in four sections of 350 gravesites each.
If the cemetery is ready for burials before the dedication ceremony, they will begin before the official opening.
Front page photos provided by Richard
Dunlop, GVMC-Glennville Cemetery Director.


2007 State Legislation Affecting Georgia Veterans and Their Families

The following legislation was passed by the 2007 Georgia General Assembly and signed into law by Governor Sonny Perdue. Full text of these bills can be found at www.legis.state.ga.us/legis/2007_08. Point of Contact for this information is Tom Cook, Assistant Commissioner Field Operations and Claims.

HOUSE BILL 81 Signed May 14, this Act amends Title 27 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, to provide for veterans' lifetime sportsman's licenses and set fees thereof. Available only to those individuals who provide satisfactory evidence of residency (minimum of 12 consecutive months immediately prior to application) and provide satisfactory evidence that he or she served more than 90 days of federal active duty military service and was honorably discharged. Lifetime sportsman's licenses and fees for resident veterans shall be $400. Effective July 1, 2007.

HOUSE BILL 131 Signed May 30, this Act amends Subpart 10A of Part 3 of Article 7 of Chapter 3 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Georgia HERO (Helping Educate Reservists and their Offspring) Scholarship so as to provide that surviving spouses shall be eligible students. Available to a surviving spouse of either a deceased member of the Georgia National Guard (as such term is defined in Code Section 38-2-3) or a deceased member of a reserve component of the United States Armed Forces who was killed in a combat zone or as a result of injuries received in a combat zone, which member completed at least one qualifying term of service. Effective July 1, 2007.

SENATE BILL 84 Signed and effective May 24, this Act amends Code Section 33-6-4 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, as it relates to enumeration of unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices in order to protect members of the United States Armed Forces from unscrupulous practices regarding the marketing and sale of insurance. This Act allows the Insurance Commissioner to promulgate rules and regulations as necessary to define dishonest, unfair, or deceptive marketing and sales practices targeting military service members.

SENATE BILL 114 Signed May 24, this Act amends Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to professions and businesses, so as to change certain provisions relating to points given to disabled veterans taking examinations for licensing. Any applicant who is a disabled veteran and who served on active duty in the United States Armed Forces or on active duty in either a Reserve or National Guard component of the United States Armed Forces during wartime or during any conflict when military personnel have been committed by the President of the United States shall be entitled to either: (1) a credit of five points if the disability was for an injury or illness incurred in the line of duty and such disability is officially rated at less than 10 percent at the time of examination; or (2) a credit of ten points if the disability was for an injury or illness incurred in the line of duty and such disability is officially rated at 10 percent or above at the time of examination. Such points shall be added by the person grading the examination to the grade made by the applicant in answering examination questions. Effective July 1, 2007.

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in place to help our service members as they return home, and this MOU will take it to the next level."
This agreement is part of an initiative by the National Guard Bureau to enter MOUs in each state and territory with

the Department of Veterans Affairs and the state Departments of Defense to support returning service members transitioning back to civilian life.
Agencies participating in this MOU are the Georgia Military Department; Georgia Department of Veterans Services;

Georgia Department of Labor; the Department of Veterans Affairs' Veterans Benefits Administration, Veterans Health Administration, Readjustment Counseling Service Southeast Region; and the Department Of Labor Veteran Education and Training Services (VETS).

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The National Gold Medal of Merit presented to Commissioner Wheeler by the VFW, Dept. of GA, on behalf of the National Commander. The award is the VFW's highest recognition given for public service. Standing with Commissioner Wheeler are Steve Buskirk, Director of Programs, VFW National Office, and Ralph Thomas, VFW Georgia Department Commander. At the podium is R.D. "Bulldog" Smith, past national commander of the VFW and former chairman of Georgia's State Veterans Service Board.

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claim and prove their entitlement." Commissioner Wheeler concluded his re-
marks by pointing out the importance of the department's role in assisting Georgia's 760,000 plus veterans and their families.
"Not all combat injuries are made by bullets and shrapnel," the Commissioner noted. "That is why the VA has taken, and will continue to take, steps to make available comprehensive, accessible, and compassionate care; because the future care of our veterans is a delayed cost of war."
Along with recognizing their organization's contribution to programs promoting patriotism and assisting military servicemembers, veterans and their families, Commissioner Wheeler's remarks also included other topics of interest affecting Georgia veterans, such as:
- the details of the department's annual Service Office School, scheduled for October 9-12, at the Sea Palms Motel on St. Simons Island;
- the anticipated November dedication of the Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery Glennville;
- the details of this year's annual "Supermarket of Veterans Benefits" scheduled for December 6, at the National Guard Armory in Rome.

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to Georgia residents who are active members of the Georgia National Guard or the U.S. Military Reserves and have:
served in a combat zone for at least 181 consecutive days since Sept.11, 2001; or
received full disability as a result of injuries suffered in combat during that time; or
were evacuated from a combat zone due to severe injuries suffered during any time while on active duty.
The waiver does not apply to fees charged for housing, food service, electives nor any special fees, user or application fees.

TRIP Training group, from left, front row: Bobby Davis (Claims), Billy Robbins (Carrollton), Tamara Pushic (Swainsboro), Linda Lavendar (Milledgeville), Randy Woodie (Clarksville), Donald Warren (DAV), Robert Hudson (Lagrange), Evita Felton (VARO-Atlanta), Dean Smith (State Commander, VFW Dept. of Georgia); back row: Larry Burks (Director, VA Regional Office, Atlanta), David Gornto (Columbus), Lionel Hayes (Columbus), Melvin Savage (DAV), Jeffery Yarber (Macon), Terry Roberson (Dalton), Wayne Waddell (Savannah), Dianne Thomas (VARO-Atlanta), Tonia Robinson (VARO-Atlanta)

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"Help a Phone Call Away"
VA's Suicide Hot Line

Begins Operations

VA News Release

week, from anywhere in the country with

July 2007

trained, caring professionals who can help,"

To ensure veterans with emotional crises

added Nicholson. "This is another example of

have round-the-clock access to trained profes- the VA's commitment to provide world-class

sionals, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care for our nation's veterans, especially

has begun operation of a national suicide preven- combat veterans newly returned from Iraq and

tion hot line for veterans.

Afghanistan."

"Veterans need to know these VA profes-

The suicide hot line is among several en-

sionals are literally a

hancements to mental



1-800-273-TALK phone call away," said
Secretary of Veterans

health care that Nicholson has announced

Affairs Jim Nicholson.

this year. In mid July,

The toll-free hot line number is 1-800-273- the Department's top mental health profession-

TALK (8255). VA's hot line will be staffed by als convened in the Washington, D.C., area to

mental health professionals in Canandaigua, N.Y. review the services provided to veterans of the

They will take toll-free calls from across the

Global War on Terror.

country and work closely with local VA mental

VA is the largest provider of mental health

health providers to help callers.

care in the nation. This year, the Department

To operate the national hot line, VA is

will spent about $3 billion for mental health.

partnering with the Substance Abuse and Mental More than 9,000 mental health professionals,

Health Services Administration of the Depart- backed up by primary care physicians and other

ment of Health and Human Services (HHS).

health professionals in every VA medical center

"The hot line will put veterans in touch

and outpatient clinic, provide mental health care

any time of the day or night, any day of the

to about 1 million veterans each year.

Veterans Affairs Secretary Nicholson Resigns

Jim Nicholson was scheduled to vacant the position of U. S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs effective no later than October 1, 2007.
In his letter of resignation, submitted to President George W. Bush in July, Nicholson thanked the President for the honor of serving America's veterans at such a "critical time in our nation's global war on terror."

"The VA is a dynamic organization dedicated to serving our nation's finest citizens our veterans," Nicholson said. "It has been an honor and privilege to lead the VA during this historic time for our men and women who have worn the uniform."
Under his leadership, the VA health care system was transformed to meet the unique medical requirements of the

returning combatants from Iraq and Afghanistan.
Nicholson said he wants to return to the private sector. "This coming February, I turn 70 years old, and I feel it is time for me to get back into business, while I still can." He said he has no definite plans at this time.
Nicholson, a Vietnam Veteran, was sworn in on February 1, 2005.

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Arlington National Cemetery Superintendent visits

Following a recent visit and tour of Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery-Milledgeville, John C. Metzler Jr., Superintendent of Arlington National Cemetery, came to Atlanta to call on Commissioner Wheeler. Accompanying Metzler was Milledgeville City Manager Scott Wood.
One of Arlington's most-visited sites is the Tomb of the Unknowns.
The vigilance kept at the Tomb is steeped in tradition. The soldiers who stand guard at the Tomb are hand-picked and rigorously trained. The duty is not for everyone. Over 80 percent of the soldiers who try out for this duty do not make it. The soldiers must have a strong military bearing, discipline, and stamina. They must be able to flawlessly perform seven different types of walks, honors, and ceremonies.
Tomb Guards work on a
three-shift rotation 24 hours on, 24 hours off, 24 hours on, 24 hours off, 24 hours on, 96 hours off. However, the time off isn't exactly free time. It takes a Guard eight hours to prep his/her uniform for the next work day. Additionally, they have physical training, Tomb Guard training, and haircuts to complete before the next work day.
A Guard takes 21 steps during
the walk across the Tomb. It alludes to

Superintendent Metzler, Commissioner Wheeler, City Manager Wood

the 21-gun salute, which is the highest honor given any military or foreign dignitary.
The Guard is changed every
thirty minutes during the summer and every hour during the winter. During the hours the cemetery is closed, the guard is changed every two hours. The Tomb is guarded, and has been guarded, every minute of every day since 1937, regardless of weather.
In the early 1920s, there were
no Tomb Guards. People often came

to the cemetery in those days for picnics during which time some would actually use the Tomb as a picnic area (probably because of the view). In 1925, the Cemetery posted a civilian guard; in 1926, a military guard was posted during visiting hours; on July 1, 1937, this was expanded to the 24hour watch.
For more information, visit www.arlingtoncemetery.org and www. tombguard.org.

The Sentinel's Creed
My dedication to this sacred duty is total and whole-hearted.
In the responsibility bestowed on me never will I falter.
And with dignity and perseverance my standard will remain perfection. Through the years of diligence and praise and the discomfort of the elements, I will walk my tour in humble reverence
to the best of my ability. It is he who commands the respect I protect,
his bravery that made us so proud. Surrounded by well meaning crowds by day,
alone in the thoughtful peace of night, this soldier will in honored glory rest
under my eternal vigilance.

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Reading of the Names

25th Anniversary of "The Wall"

Reading the names of the 58,256 service members inscribed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. will highlight the special activities planned this November to commemorate the 25th Anniversary of "The Wall."
The Reading of the Names will take place at "The Wall" for 65 hours over a four-day period following an opening ceremony on Wednesday afternoon, November 7. Volunteers will read names until midnight that day, and then read the names for 19 hours daily (from 5 a.m. until midnight) on November 8,

9, and 10. The Reading of the Names
took place in Washington, D.C. just three other times in "The Wall's" history. In November 1982, the names were read aloud at Washington National

Cathedral as part of a weeklong National Salute to Vietnam Veterans. The names were also read at "The Wall" during the 10th Anniversary in November 1992 and again during the 20th Anniversary in 2002.

The following are approximations of when names will be read according to date of casualty:

Date Wednesday, November 7 Thursday, November 8 Friday, November 9 Saturday, November 10

Start June 1956 October 1966 March 1968 April 1969

End October 1966 March 1968 April 1969 May 1975

For more information about The Reading of the Names and other activities commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial go to www.vvmf.org .

The Georgia Department of Veterans Service cordially invites you to attend the
"Governor's Veterans' Day Proclamation Signing"
1:30 p.m., Wednesday, October 24, 2007 State Capital Rotunda Atlanta

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Thursday, December 6, 2007

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

at the

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