Vietnam Veterans Memorial State Park

19 reviews

+1 (575) 377-2293

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64-13670 Viking Surprise, our Huey in Vietnam

When the chapel was first built, that ponderosa pine was only a few feet tall!

We should never forget the freedoms we are granted everyday.

34 Country Club Rd

Angel Fire, NM 87710

+1 (575) 377-2293

http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us

The Memorial was established in 1968 by Victor and Jeanne Westphall to honor their son, Lt. David Westphall, who was killed in Vietnam in May 1968. When it opened in 1971, it was one of the first Memorials of its kind in the United States dedicated to Vietnam Veterans.

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David Westphall Veterans Foundation

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5.019 reviews

Darlene K.

1/29/2015

Beautiful story of parents who lost their son in Vietnam and gave up their fortune to build this memorial and Chapel. It's a beautiful place of reflection and appreciation for what we have in...

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Mark W.

11/19/2023

This is a shrine, a memorial, and a museum located with a splendid vista. If you've got 45 minutes to spare, don't miss it.

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Pauline J.

8/7/2019

A lovely place to stop and reflect on the lives devoted and lost to protecting our freedom. The visitors center was closed, but the chapel was open and the surrounding garden and magnificent views...

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Kim S.

12/30/2021

Beautiful and heartfelt. Make sure to add to your "things to do in Angel Fire" list.

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Cynthia C.

3/4/2023

I've been there a few times and always find something I had missed before. One time I was with a Vietnam Veteran, and it made the experience truly exceptional. He was very impressed with everything.

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