Lakes Entrance RSL will conduct its traditional Vietnam Veterans Day ceremony at the cenotaph on Marine Parade on Monday, August 18.
It is a day to remember and honour the service and sacrifice of Australian Vietnam War veterans. The day is also known as Long Tan Day, commemorating the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan.
The service will begin at 11am and include a lone piper, the Nowa Nowa Men’s Choir singing three songs and the laying of wreaths. Guest speaker will be Russell Mitten from Lakes Entrance, his subject being the Navy Clearance Divers Team.
“Lakes Entrance RSL welcomes all members of the public to join them at the cenotaph on Marine Parade next Monday,” RSL president Peter Tunnage said.
“After the service refreshments and a get together will be held upstairs at the Lakes Entrance RSL.”
