American Veterans Traveling Tribute Comes to Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home

“The men and woman who have laid down their lives in service to our nation deserve nothing but the upmost respect, and one of the most important ways we can honor them is by keeping the memory of their selfless sacrifices alive for future generations,” said Commissioner Buckingham. “The American Veterans Traveling Tribute offers the public and Veterans the chance to pay reverence to our fallen heroes. I encourage all who can to take advantage of this incredible opportunity at the Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home in heart of East Texas.”

The Tribute Wall displayed at the Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez TSVH will be the larger version of the traveling Tribute Wall at 360 feet long. It includes the Traveling Vietnam Wall and tributes to other conflicts and attacks. This incredible Tribute Wall has traveled across the country to promote the remembrance of all those who have served our country.

The Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C., is known as “The Wall That Heals.” However, not everyone can travel to experience the mighty black granite walls inscribed with the names of the men and women who gave their lives or remain missing. In 2005, retired Lieutenant Colonel Don Allen, a U.S. Army and Vietnam Veteran, founded The American Veterans Traveling Tribute to bring “The Wall That Heals” to his fellow Veterans.

The opening ceremony is Wednesday, April 3 at 10 a.m. The public viewing is open from Wednesday, April 3, at 10 am – Thursday, April 4, at 4 p.m.

American Veterans Traveling Tribute Schedule at Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez TSVH:

Welcome: Robin Saffle, Administrator TSVH

Prayer: Janet Bartley, Chaplain

Pledge of Allegiance: Glen Pugh, Outreach Specialist

National Anthem: Jodi Nix

Presentation of Colors: Crossroads Young Marines

Guest Speaker: Roger M. Rodman

Closing Remarks: Glen Pugh, Outreach Specialist

TAPS: Mike Tarpley, DAV Representative

Retirement of Colors: Crossroads Young Marines