Paris Peace Accord
Paris Peace Accord

On this day in history, January 27th, 1973, fifty years ago, the Paris Peace Accord was signed and the United States, South Vietnam, Viet Cong and North Vietnam formally agreed to end the war in Vietnam.

January 27th, 1:25 PM EST
Dick Kennedy a Proud Marine: Vietnam Reflections
Dick Kennedy a Proud Marine: Vietnam Reflections

The final Vietnam Reflection focuses on the story of Dick Kennedy, a state champion in track and field at North East High School and a proud Marine.

January 19th, 1:31 PM EST
Mary Anne Dalessio Served as Head Nurse of Unit for 2 Years in Vietnam
January 5th, 2:58 PM EST
Fort LeBoeuf Graduate, Ann Marie Waite Served in the U.S. Army for 23 Years: Vietnam Reflections
Fort LeBoeuf Graduate, Ann Marie Waite Served in the U.S. Army for 23 Years: Vietnam Reflections

This week's Vietnam Reflection features the story of Ann Marie Waite, a 1963 graduate of Fort LeBoeuf High School.

December 29th, 1:31 PM EST
Evelyn Toskin Spent Three Years at Bethesda Naval Hospital: Vietnam Reflections
Evelyn Toskin Spent Three Years at Bethesda Naval Hospital: Vietnam Reflections

Our Vietnam Reflection series continues with the story of Evelyn Toskin. In 1958, at the age of 17 and fresh out of high school, a friend took her to a recruiting office and not long after, her tour of duty was underway with the U.S.  Navy.

December 22nd, 1:31 PM EST
Vietnam Reflection Honors East High School Graduate
Vietnam Reflection Honors East High School Graduate

Our year long series, Vietnam Reflections will conclude on January 20th of 2023. This week's segment features the story of 72 year old Robert Senecki, a graduate of East High School.

December 15th, 1:29 PM EST
Helicopter Pilot Frank Strobel: Vietnam Reflections
December 8th, 2:37 PM EST
Section Chief for In and Out Processing: Vietnam Reflections
Section Chief for In and Out Processing: Vietnam Reflections

After his High School Graduation, John Healy said, "He majored in student union life," and they led him to his tour of duty in Vietnam.

November 24th, 1:49 PM EST
Vietnam Veteran, Jim Lewis: Vietnam Reflections
Vietnam Veteran, Jim Lewis: Vietnam Reflections

Our year long Vietnam Reflections series will wrap up on January 20th, 2023. Jim Lewis graduated from Lakeview High School In 1973 and he just turned 77 years old.

November 17th, 1:29 PM EST
Harry Correa Served 12 Years in the U.S. Army: Vietnam Reflections
Harry Correa Served 12 Years in the U.S. Army: Vietnam Reflections

Our year long series, Vietnam Reflections continues tonight with the story of Harry Korea. He arrived in Vietnam in 1968 and his military career lasted 12 years. A graduate of James Munroe in New York City, he settled in Titusville 30 years ago.

November 10th, 1:34 PM EST
Air Force Veteran Dale Henderson Shares His Experience Serving in Viertnam
November 3rd, 2:32 PM EDT
Gary Haythorn Served in the Coast Guard: Vietnam Reflections
Gary Haythorn Served in the Coast Guard: Vietnam Reflections

Our year long series, Vietnam Reflections is winding down and tonight, the story of a local man who continues to serve help out fellow veterans. Gary was exposed to Agent Oragne during his tour of duty and is now battle prostate cancer.

October 27th, 2:32 PM EDT
Combat Engineer Fred Ditzenberger: Vietnam Reflections
Combat Engineer Fred Ditzenberger: Vietnam Reflections

Vietnam Reflections continues tonight with they story of Oil City native Fred Ditzenberger. A combat Engineer for the Marines, he served from 1968 until 1971.

October 20th, 2:37 PM EDT
Former Helicopter Pilot Jim Trope: Vietnam Reflections
Former Helicopter Pilot Jim Trope: Vietnam Reflections

Tonight's segment of Vietnam Reflections features Jim Trope, a former helicopter pilot.

October 13th, 2:29 PM EDT
Mayville High School Graduate Grant Pearsoll: Vietnam Reflections
Mayville High School Graduate Grant Pearsoll: Vietnam Reflections

Grant Pearsoll spent nearly 40 years in the military, serving as a helicopter pilot. His passion for flying started in a military recruiting office, when he saw a helicopter poster on the wall.

October 6th, 2:29 PM EDT
Phil Davis: Vietnam Reflections
Phil Davis: Vietnam Reflections

Phil Davis, a Vietnam Veteran, was drafted right our of Meadville High School. After a short summer, he found himself in basic training ready to enter the U.S. Army.

September 29th, 2:55 PM EDT
Military Specialist Thomas "Ace" Hanzes: Vietnam Reflections
Military Specialist Thomas "Ace" Hanzes: Vietnam Reflections

Our weekly series Vietnam Reflections continues tonight with the story of Thomas "Ace" Hanzes. His nickname was earned during his high school wrestling days Laurel Highlands HS. It's in recognition of former pro wrestler, the late Ace Freeman.

September 22nd, 2:31 PM EDT
Jack Greer: Vietnam Reflections
Jack Greer: Vietnam Reflections

Our weekly series, Vietnam Reflections continues with the story of the late Jack Greer. Greer has a memorial post named after him in Crawford County.

September 15th, 2:29 PM EDT
Greg Holland Earned Two Purple Hearts: Vietnam Reflections
Greg Holland Earned Two Purple Hearts: Vietnam Reflections

Tonight's feature on Vietnam Reflection is Greg Holland, he earned two purple hearts during his tour of duty.

September 8th, 2:32 PM EDT
Ollie Madrigale Featured: Vietnam Reflections
Ollie Madrigale Featured: Vietnam Reflections

Our weekly series Vietnam reflections continues tonight with the spotlight on Academy High School graduate Oliver Madrigale. He was drafted and served from 1971 to 72 and did not hesitate to answer his call to duty.

September 1st, 2:32 PM EDT
Author Chuck Pora Writes about Vietnam War through Eyes of 3 Erie Teens
July 21st, 2:34 PM EDT
Vietnam Reflections Special
July 15th, 12:17 PM EDT
World Powerlifting Champion Joe Orengia Served in U.S. Army
July 7th, 2:43 PM EDT
John Larese's Ship was Constant Target During Vietnam War
June 30th, 2:44 PM EDT
Don Navaroli Served 2 Tours of Duty in Vietnam
June 23rd, 2:26 PM EDT
Jason Stewart Reflects on his Service in Vietnam
Jason Stewart Reflects on his Service in Vietnam

Vietnam Reflections on Erie News Now

June 16th, 2:39 PM EDT
Luther Manus Jr.: Vietnam Reflections
June 2nd, 3:43 PM EDT