The Moving Wall Moves On

The Moving Wall Moves On

After six days and welcoming thousands of visitors, The Moving Wall has come down at Williamson High School in Tioga, Pennsylvania.

July 15th, 10:57 PM EDT by Renata Stiehl
The Moving Wall closing ceremony allows community to reflect and remember

The Moving Wall closing ceremony allows community to reflect and remember

Hundreds of people came to The Moving Wall this afternoon for the closing ceremony. People shared stories, they grieved, and, most importantly, they honored the lives lost in the Vietnam War.

July 14th, 10:54 PM EDT by Alecia Solorzano
Vietnam War Huey Lands at The Moving Wall

Vietnam War Huey Lands at The Moving Wall

A helicopter that's synonymous with Vietnam touched down Saturday at Williamson High School, bringing with it a sound no Vietnam veteran will soon forget, no matter how many years pass by.

July 14th, 12:43 AM EDT by Renata Stiehl
Candlelight Vigil Held at The Moving Wall

Candlelight Vigil Held at The Moving Wall

A candlelight vigil was held Friday evening at The Moving Wall site in Tioga, to honor the memories of the 58,000 service members who were killed during the Vietnam War.

July 13th, 6:11 PM EDT by Renata Stiehl
Honor, history, and remembrance: day two of the Moving Wall in Tioga

Honor, history, and remembrance: day two of the Moving Wall in Tioga

Day two of the Moving Wall in Tioga brought many new faces who all had a special reason to come and see the display. The replica display traveling the country is giving people the chance to visit it locally and honor those who served.

July 11th, 8:51 PM EDT by Alecia Solorzano
The Moving Wall Arrives in Tioga, Pennsylvania

The Moving Wall Arrives in Tioga, Pennsylvania

The Opening Ceremonies are over, but the Moving Wall is here to stay for the next few days in Tioga, Pennsylvania. The Moving Wall arrived at Williamson High School around 9 a.m., with 200-300 motorcyclists escorting it to its new temporary home.

July 11th, 12:16 AM EDT by Linsey Madison & Morrissey Walsh
Final Preparations Being Made for Moving Wall in Tioga County, PA

Final Preparations Being Made for Moving Wall in Tioga County, PA

On July 10th, the Moving Wall will make its way to Williamson High School in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, and preparations are being made before its arrival.

July 7th, 4:23 PM EDT by Connor Freidhoff
Volunteers Wanted for The Moving Wall in Tioga County

Volunteers Wanted for The Moving Wall in Tioga County

Volunteers are needed to help with the event, from assisting visitors with finding names on the wall, to security. Also needed are people willing to help read the more than 58,000 names on the wall, which will be read aloud during the wall's visit.

May 27th, 9:18 PM EDT by Renata Stiehl
The Moving Wall is Coming to Pennsylvania in July of 2024

The Moving Wall is Coming to Pennsylvania in July of 2024

Ken Leone is a Vietnam veteran and is inviting everyone to come and see the wall in July. He said it's a way to honor the more than 58,000 fallen service members who made the ultimate sacrifice.

April 15th, 6:53 PM EDT by Linsey Madison
The Wall that Heals coming to Penn Yan in August 2024

The Wall that Heals coming to Penn Yan in August 2024

PENN YAN, NY (WENY) -- A traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall is coming to the Finger Lakes region next summer. The Yates County Veterans Service Agency announced The Wall that Heals is coming to Penn Yan in August of 2024. The Wall tha

December 20th, 12:40 AM EST by Renata Stiehl
Elmira Vietnam Veteran Honored in Congress

Elmira Vietnam Veteran Honored in Congress

A Vietnam veteran from the Elmira area was honored in the House of Representatives in a speech on the House floor. Larry Sherman is the President of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 803. He also leads the Chemung County Honor Guard.

November 10th, 10:29 PM EST by Renata Stiehl
POW/MIA Recognition Day Observed

POW/MIA Recognition Day Observed

The third Friday in September marks national POW/MIA Recognition Day in the United States; a day to honor those who were prisoners of war, and those still missing in action.

September 15th, 4:31 PM EDT by Renata Stiehl
Vietnam Reflections: Christopher Kamas

Vietnam Reflections: Christopher Kamas

In this week's Vietnam Reflections, we're hearing from Christopher Kamas, who served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Kamas served in Vietnam in 1971.

February 11th, 12:26 AM EST
Vietnam Reflections: Dwight Spear

Vietnam Reflections: Dwight Spear

In this week's Vietnam Reflections, we're hearing from Dwight Spear, who served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.

February 3rd, 11:57 PM EST by Renata Stiehl
Vietnam Reflections: Albert Warner

Vietnam Reflections: Albert Warner

In this week's Vietnam Reflections, we're hearing from Albert Warner, who served in the U.S. Navy as a Seabee.

January 27th, 10:03 PM EST by Renata Stiehl
Vietnam Veterans Reflect on 50th Anniversary of Paris Peace Accords

Vietnam Veterans Reflect on 50th Anniversary of Paris Peace Accords

Fifty years ago on January 27th, 1973, the United States signed the Paris Peace Accords, which effectively ended the U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War.

January 27th, 9:37 PM EST by Renata Stiehl
Vietnam Reflections: Neil Lampe

Vietnam Reflections: Neil Lampe

(WENY) -- In this week's Vietnam Reflections, we're hearing from Neil Lampe, who served in the United States Marine Corps in Vietnam. Lampe explains how his time in country and in the service was cut short after he was exposed to Agent Orange in the jungl

January 26th, 5:46 PM EST by Renata Stiehl
Vietnam Reflections: Larry Green

Vietnam Reflections: Larry Green

(WENY) -- In this week's Vietnam Reflections, we're hearing from Larry Green, who served in the U.S. Navy with the Seabees.

January 26th, 5:45 PM EST by Renata Stiehl
Vietnam Reflections: Joe Kopacz

Vietnam Reflections: Joe Kopacz

Joe served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, and continues to serve the community as a Vietnam Veterans Honor Guard.

December 17th, 1:26 AM EST by Nick Quattrini
Vietnam Reflections: Lee Spinner

Vietnam Reflections: Lee Spinner

Lee Spinner served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War as helicopter crew chief.

December 3rd, 12:10 AM EST by Nick Quattrini
Vietnam Reflections: Joe Clarke
Vietnam Reflections: Joe Clarke

Joe Clarke served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was stationed in Thailand, and working on combat aircraft conducting air strikes over North Vietnam.

Vietnam Reflections: Jim Vanderhoof
Vietnam Reflections: Jim Vanderhoof

Vanderhoof was drafted in 1971 at the age of 21, and he served in the U.S. Army in the Army's band. He helped to entertain and support servicemembers and their families, and to also honor the fallen who were brought home.

Vietnam Reflections: Dr. Joseph Calderone
Vietnam Reflections: Dr. Joseph Calderone

WENY News continues to share the stories of Vietnam veterans in the Twin Tiers. This week, we are talking with Dr. Joseph Calderone.

Vietnam Reflections: Marcia Bixby Dunlap
Vietnam Reflections: Marcia Bixby Dunlap

This week, we are talking with Marcia Bixby Dunlap. She is the sister of a Marine killed in action in Vietnam, Thomas Bixby. Marcia describes how her and Thomas were raised as cousins, but after his passing, she found out they were much closer than that.

Vietnam Reflections: Ford Owlett
Vietnam Reflections: Ford Owlett

WENY News continues to share the stories of Vietnam veterans in the Twin Tiers. This week, we are talking with Ford Owlett, who served in the U.S. Army.

Vietnam Reflections: Joseph Giammichele
Vietnam Reflections: Joseph Giammichele

WENY News continues to share the stories of Vietnam veterans in the Twin Tiers. This week, we are talking with Jospeh Giammichele, who served in the U.S. Air Force with the 6994th Security Squadron.

Vietnam Reflections: Gene Shaffer
Vietnam Reflections: Gene Shaffer

WENY News continues to share the stories of Vietnam veterans in the Twin Tiers. This week, we are talking with Gene Shaffer who served in the U.S. Army.

General Sar Phouthasack & SGU honor the Moving Wall
General Sar Phouthasack & SGU honor the Moving Wall

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Secret soldiers fighting communist China in the 1960s and 70s held an honorary ceremony this weekend at the moving wall in Elmira. General Sar Phouthasack led the ceremony Saturday morning and spoke with people about his service.