The Wall That Heals
Washington, D.C. is the home of the original “Wall That Heals”, memorializing the brave U.S. Armed Forces members who gave their lives for our freedoms, fighting in Vietnam. Johns Creek Veterans Association created a new home for the exact 1/2-scale replica of this wall, which has traveled our country, inspiring millions. It is inscribed with the 58,000 plus men and women heroes. This tribute is available to view 24/7. Your donations for its care is greatly appreciated.
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“These names, seemingly infinite in number…”
Honoring the men and women who served in the controversial Vietnam War, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial chronologically lists the names of 58,318 Americans who gave their lives in service to their country.
OUR INSPIRATION - The Wall That Heals Display 2017
The Wall That Heals, a 250-foot replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, along with a mobile Education Center, visited the City of Johns Creek from March 30 – April 2, 2017 at Newtown Park.
“We are both very honored and excited about the opportunity to host The Wall That Heals in Johns Creek,” said (at the time) Mayor Mike Bodker. “We will never be able to repay those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country; however, we can keep their memory alive and demonstrate our deep respect and gratitude by visiting the memorial, reflecting on the names listed on The Wall, and learning more about the Vietnam era.”
The special visit was made possible by the Knights of Columbus Assembly of St. Brigid Catholic Church, who originated the request on behalf of the City of Johns Creek and the Johns Creek Veterans Association.
The Wall was escorted into the City by the Patriot Guard Riders, a motor cycle riders non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring dignity and respect at memorial services honoring fallen military veterans and first responders.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
The City of Johns Creek opened The Wall That Heals on Friday, May 22, 2020 just in time for Memorial Day.
Opening to the public for the first time, The Wall That Heals is a 250-foot replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial honoring the more than three million Americans who served in the U.S. Armed forces in Vietnam. It bears the names of the more than 58,000 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam.
Who The Wall Honors
The Wall That Heals honors the more than three million Americans who served in the U.S. Armed forces during the Vietnam War and it bears the names of the more than 58,000 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam.
What The Mobile Display Included
The exhibit includes The Wall replica and a mobile Education Center that comprises digital displays of photos of service members whose names are on The Wall; letters and memorabilia left at The Wall by visitors; a map of Vietnam; and a chronological overview of the Vietnam War.
The exhibits tell the story of the Vietnam War, The Wall, and the era surrounding the conflict, and are designed to place American experiences in Vietnam in an historical and cultural context.
Highly Respected
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is one of the most visited memorials in Northern Georgia. However, many Americans have not been able to visit what has become known to many as “The Wall.” The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF), the organization that built The Wall in 1982, wants to provide all veterans, their family members, and the general public across America an opportunity to visit the memorial. The Johns Creek Veterans Association is honored to allow more Americans to share in this remembrance.
The Traveling Wall Opened Many Hearts
More than 200,000 people visited The Wall That Heals mobile display in 2016. Since its debut in 1996, the exhibit has been on display in nearly 500 U.S. communities, as well as internationally during an April 1999 tour of the Four Provinces of Ireland, and a visit to Canada in 2005. Johns Creek is honored to provide its eternal home.
A Faithful Replication
The replica Wall is approximately 250 feet in length, and like the original memorial is erected in a chevron-shape. The replica is made up of 24 individual panels, each containing six columns of names.
The names on The Wall That Heals replicate the names on The Wall in Washington, D.C. As on The Wall, the names are listed alphabetically by day of casualty. Beginning at the center/apex, the names start on the East Wall (right-hand side) working their way out to the end of that wing, picking up again at the far end of the West Wall (left-hand side) and working their way back to the center/apex. Thus, the beginning and ending of the conflict are joined at the center, signifying an epoch in American history.