Ashland to Honor Vietnam Era Veterans as Greg Gorrell Headlines Annual Recognition Dinner ASHLAND, Ohio — Ashland County will once again pause to honor its Vietnam Era veterans during the Annual Vietnam Era Recognition Dinner and Program, set for Saturday, March 28, at The Eagles Club, 400 Eastlake Drive, Ashland. This year’s keynote speaker is Greg Gorrell, an Ashland native, Vietnam infantry combat veteran, and author whose deeply personal story has resonated with veterans, families, and commu

Founded in 1978 by Vietnam-era veterans, the Vietname Veterans of America was created in response to the lack of support many veterans faced when they returned home from war. Its founding principle, “never again will one generation of veterans abandon another,” continues to guide its mission today. While its leadership is rooted in Vietnam-era service members, the organization now serves veterans of all generations. A major part of that mission is funded through a nationwide donation pickup prog