Society Hill in Philadelphia in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., July 1, 2009
1. Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial Tribute
The Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial is designed to honor those who served in all branches of the United States armed forces during the Vietnam War. The memorial pays tribute to the 80,000 Philadelphia Vietnam era veterans who served our country in our nation's longest war. By honoring these Americans, the Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial separates the warrior from the war, focuses on the valor and sacrifice of these patriots, and gives each of them a place in history.
This memorial was erected exclusively through the volunteer efforts and generous contributions of the citizens of the Delaware Valley area. To those who have helped, the Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund extends its sincere appreciation.
The Memorial Fund
July 10, 1984 thru October 26, 1987
“...for those who fought for it, freedom has a flavor the protected will never know”
“It is our duty to remember”
The gallant Americans whose names grace this memorial wall sacrificed their lives in the service of our country during the Vietnam War, 1964-1975.....
Erected by Citizens of the Delaware Valley.
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Location. 39° 56.635′ N, 75° 8.57′ W. Marker is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia County. It is in Society Hill. Marker can be reached from Spruce Street, on the left. Memorial is in Veterans Memorial Park, south of Spruce Street between Delaware Avenue and Front Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 108 Spruce St, Philadelphia PA 19147, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Purple Heart Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Tracings from the National Vietnam Veterans Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Corporal Michael J. Crescenz (within shouting distance of this marker); Tồ Quốc Ghi O'n (within shouting distance of this marker); POW★MIA (within shouting distance of this marker); Philadelphia Beirut Bombing Memorial (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Philadelphia Korean War Memorial at Penn's Landing (about 400 feet away); Cruiser Olympia - Submarine Becuna (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Philadelphia.
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., July 1, 2009
2. Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial Sponsors
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., July 1, 2009
3. Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial Freedom Quote
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., July 1, 2009
4. Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial Duty to Remember
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., July 1, 2009
5. Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Wall of Honor
Representative panel.
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., July 1, 2009
6. Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Looking northwest.
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., July 1, 2009
7. Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall of Honor
Photographed By Charles Martienssen, December 30, 2014
8. Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2024. It was originally submitted on August 11, 2009, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 2,458 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on August 11, 2009, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. 8. submitted on August 16, 2015, by Carolyn Martienssen of West Hazleton, Pennsylvania. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
