Millions of U.S. troops fought in Vietnam. For some Americans, the war that effectively ended with the fall of Saigon 50 years ago Wednesday on April 30, 1975, continues to shape their lives.

A Marine Corps veteran who served in the war returned to the country as it marked a half-century since it prevailed over the ...

For many, the day now simply marks the unofficial start of summer. But Memorial Day was never meant to be a celebration. It ...

From the American Revolution to modern battles, take a look back at the full toll of U.S. deaths in war this Memorial Day.

The U.S. retains a vivid memory of its own fallen, etched deep into its national consciousness. But it affords little space ...

While we can only honor the memories of the veterans who died in war zones, everyone concerned about our living veterans can ...

Margaret Brennan talks about a congressional tradition where lawmakers put aside dissent and embrace the reflective spirit of the Memorial Day holiday.

A veteran wears a hat with a poppy pinned to the top on Thursday, May 22, during the 20th annual Veterans Memorial ...

The cemetery housing the twelve Civil War heroes and their families was adopted by Vietnam veterans, who ensure the upkeep of ...