THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 26, 2021 Page 21 000 | FROM PAGE 4 nam War.” The commemoration seeks to recognize all U.S. Armed Forces personnel with active duty service between November 1, 1955, and May 15, 1975, regardless of the location of service. By Presidential Proclamation, The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration will continue through Veterans Day, November 11, 2025. The objectives of the commemoration are: • To thank and honor Veterans of the Vietnam War, including personnel who were held as prisoners of war or listed as missing in action, for their service and sacrifice on behalf of the United States and to thank and honor the families of these Veterans • To highlight the service of the Armed Forces during the Vietnam War and the contributions of federal agencies and governmental and non-governmental organizations that served with, or in support of, the Armed Forces • To pay tribute to the contributions made on the home front by the people of the United States during the Vietnam War • To highlight the advances in technology, science and medicine related to military research conducted during the Vietnam War • To recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by the allies of the United States during the Vietnam War Since 2008, Americans have been uniting to thank and honor Vietnam Veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice. Today, as the world struggles with the impact of the COVID-19 emergency, most formal commemoration ceremonies have been cancelled. The Veterans’ Service Officers (VSOs) of Melrose, Wakefield and Saugus are proud to serve as Commemorative Partners to recognize Vietnam Veterans’ and their families’ service, valor and sacrifice. Your local VSOs would like to ask that you take a moment on March 29 to reach out to any local Vietnam Veterans in our community to thank them for their service and say “Welcome Home!” This “Welcome Home” does not need to be confined to the 29th. It can, and should, be offered whenever one sees any Veteran. Vietnam veterans and/or the families of those who served during Vietnam may contact their local VSO to obtain a commemorative lapel pin as a “lasting memento of the Nation’s thanks.” The VSOs also have a book that has been published for the commemoration. It is called “A Time to Honor: Stories of Service, Duty, and Sacrifice.” Please feel free to contact VSO Jay Pinette in the Veterans’ Services Office at Saugus Town Hall at 781-231-4010 or at jpinette@ saugus-ma.gov. On behalf of a grateful nation, “Welcome Home and THANK YOU for your service.” Editor’s Note: Jay Pinette, of Wakefield, is the VSO for Saugus. He wrote this essay to locally recognize National Vietnam War Veterans Day, which will be observed Monday, March 29, and to also call attention to the ongoing 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War commemoration. Pinette is a veteran of the U.S. Marines, having served from 1973-1976 and as a reservist from 1976 through 1996. He was activated for service during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. He served as an Operations/Communications Chief and was responsible for the leadership and management of Marines who served in a variety of technical and combat support roles. Pinette retired as a Master Gunnery Sergeant in 1996. FRANK’S Housepainting (781) 289-0698 • Exterior • Ceiling Dr. • Power Wash • Paper Removal • Carpentry FREE ESTIMATES — Fully Insured “Proper prep makes all the difference” – F. Ferrera • Interior Office/Commercial Space for Lease 3 Large rooms, each with walk-in storage area. Ideal for Law Office or Aerobics Studio. Like new condition. Second floor elevator direct to unit. Seperate entrances - New Baths - Large Parking Area. On MBTA Bus Route #429. Located on Route 1 South at Walnut Street. Rollerworld Plaza Rte. 1 South 425 Broadway Saugus Call Michelle at: 781-233-9507
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