As part of the proclamation, Hochul has directed 15 landmarks across the state to illuminate in green, yellow and red on Sunday night in recognition of the day.
Sunday, March 29, 2026 5:43PMNew York Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a proclamation on Sunday designating March 29 as Vietnam Veterans Day., Hochul has directed 15 landmarks across the state to illuminate in green, yellow and red on Sunday night in recognition of the day and to honor the service and sacrifice of New York's Vietnam War Era veterans and their families.
"Today, New York State landmarks will be lit in green, yellow and red - the colors of the Vietnam Service Medal - to recognize New York's Vietnam Veterans and to honor those who died while serving their state and nation," Hochul said. "Many who served in Vietnam did not receive the appreciation and respect they had earned when they returned home. That is why today, and every day, we take the time to honor their courage and thank them for their service."Kosciuszko BridgeEmpire State PlazaGrand Central Terminal - Pershing Square ViaductFairport Lift Bridge over the Erie CanalThe date marks the solemn anniversary of the withdrawal of the last 2,500 American troops from South Vietnam in 1973. New York State is home to about 180,000 Vietnam War Era veterans and their families, according to the New York governor's office. The names of 4,119 New Yorkers who died during the war are included on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Flowers with American flags are left at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial on the National Mall on Memorial Day in Washington, Monday, May 25, 2020.
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