In the course of the first 15 months of operation, THE AMERICANA became a network of over 500 veterans. Several local veteran led non-profit organizations have joined the network; several jobs have been provided to veterans, and THE AMERICANA has become home for many veterans.
The Women in Military Service for America Memorial (WIMSA) has an average of 150,000 visitors per year. Foundation officials say they need $3 million annually to meet costs for the 33,000 square foot educational center. The Foundation also hopes to have 250,000 women veterans in the memorial’s historical record by the end of the year. They are just 301 shy that figure.
More than 140 wheelchair and handcyclists, some of whom lost limbs or suffered paralyzing injuries in various combat-related incidents, also competed in the challenge.
According to planners, the upcoming event is just the beginning of a broader effort to increase education and awareness about the Memorial and the Vietnam War.
If they can find 600 locations, organizers estimate volunteers at each spot could handle about 1,750 names. If about eight names per minute are recited, each reading should take three to four hours.
The dedication will take place at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific on Veteran’s Day, Sunday, November 11, starting at 10:00 a.m. Hawaiian time.
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