Rep. Swanson commemorates Vietnam War’s 50th anniversary at Illinois State Capitol

State Representative Daniel Swanson (IL) | Representative Dan Swanson (R) 71st District

By Rock Island Today Reports

Apr 30, 2025

State Representative Dan Swanson (R-Alpha) participated in a commemorative event at the Illinois State Capitol, marking the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War. As Chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, Rep. Swanson joined a group of veterans and a bipartisan contingent of legislators in recognizing the contributions of Vietnam veterans.

In his address, Rep. Swanson extended a heartfelt "Welcome Home" to Vietnam veterans, acknowledging their service and the challenges they faced upon returning from the war. The event, held on April 30, 2025, brought together members from various political affiliations to honor the sacrifices made by those who served.

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