Just north of New York City at Lasdon Park in the small town of Somers is a Vietnam memorial that is best seen in the height of autumn’s brilliant colors. The beauty of the fall foliage is in sharp contrast with the dark bronze of the larger than life warrior emerging to bring his wounded comrade to the outstretched arms of the nurse. A squad of veterans camped at the site to discourage vandalism threatened before the memorial’s dedication. Early morning sun on the nurse’s back seemed to drive the heavy dew to her eyes. The squad awoke to find the nurse crying tears that have now stained her face revealing the depth of her compassion. Unique from other wars, Vietnam veterans memorials frequently include women warriors as equal members of the brotherhood of arms. Find this and 99 other stories in the photo documentary #WarriorsRemembered at www.warriorsremembered.com
