March 19th, 2025 – Today, Town of Islip officials proudly honored the brave men and women who served in the Vietnam War. Their sacrifices, resilience, and dedication will never be forgotten.

“We are honored to be joined by members of American Legion Rusy Bohm Post 411 and AMVETS, to recognize the anniversary of March 29th, 1973, when the last American troops were withdrawn from Vietnam. As a Town, we recognize the challenges they faced both during and after their service and extend our deepest gratitude and respect to all Vietnam Veterans, as well as to their families,” said Islip Town Supervisor, Angie Carpenter.

The ceremony was hosted at the Town’s Vietnam Memorial Garden located outside Islip Town Hall West and concluded with a pin ceremony that allowed each veteran to receive a pin gifted by the US Department of Defense commemorating their service, as well as an additional pin for family members who support them through their tour.

Joining Supervisor Carpenter were Islip Town Councilman John Lorenzo, Liaison, to the Town’s Veterans Advisory Board; Roby Johnson, Past County Commander of the American Legion and current Chairman, Town of Islip’s Veterans Advisory Board; George Hauck, Commander Rusy Bohm American Legion Post 411; Rich Abrams, Veterans Service Officer, Rusy Bohm Post 411; Jim Beecher, Past County Commander, American Legion; Richard Lutz, Vietnam Veteran, Ret. United States Air Force; Steve Castleton, Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army (ret.)