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Vietnam Unit Memorial Monument

Coronado, California

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Yes, it honors the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard personnel who served in Vietnam, highlighting their crucial roles in riverine and coastal operations.

It's because Coronado is home to the Naval Amphibious Base, where many of these veterans trained before heading to Vietnam.

There are over 2,500 names of Navy and Coast Guard personnel who lost their lives during the Vietnam War.

The monument includes a bronze statue of a Navy sailor, symbolizing the bravery and sacrifice of those who served.

Every year, a Memorial Day ceremony is held to honor and remember the fallen heroes listed on the monument.

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