The Vietnam War is considered by many to be one of the least popular armed conflicts of the 20th century.

Now, 50 years after the war’s end, many organizations are working to make certain those who served receive the appreciation and recognition they deserve.

Among those efforts was a ceremony held Saturday at the Weirton Area Museum and Cultural Center, where more than 60 area residents gathered to offer their thanks to those from Weirton who were in the U.S. Armed Forces between 1955 and 1975.

“You’re truly American heroes,” said Museum President Ed Giacchino.

Organized by Bob Kelley, the ceremony began with a prayer offered by the Rev. Jim Rahr, who was with the Army’s 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam, working with a military intelligence unit, with the national anthem performed b

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