Vietnam Veterans of America Southwest Montana
Helping Veterans, Communities, & Those Serving In Harm's Way
The Biennial Vietnam Veterans of America National Convention took place in Spokane, Washington from July 16 to July 20, 2019.
On the first day 668 delegates attended growing to more than 680. There were 57 from Region 8 which includes Montana.
VVA Southwest Montana Chapter 788 sent six delegates representing the Montana State Council, Hamilton Chapter 938, and Southwest Montana Chapter 788:
The convention is a highly structured legislative body governed by Robert’s rules of order. A professional parliamentarian was on hand to advise participants on the rules. The typical day began at 0800 hours and ended around 2100 hours.
During the opening session we heard from Medal of Honor recipient Allen Lynch and the Honorable Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs. On Thursday morning we were treated to an emotional and motivating talk by General Wesley Clark, USA, Retired.