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| Sheehy-Palmer Post 6776 525 Delaware Avenue, Albany New York proudly sponsored The Wall That Heals Elm Avenue Park, Delmar, NY Display Dates 8/9 - 8/12/2007 |
| Several benefits were held in support of the local sponsorship of The Wall That Heals |
| Location: Sheehy-Palmer Post 6776 525 Delaware Avenue, Albany New York Buffet Dinner Saturday, July 14th 5pm - 9pm $20.00, please join us 50/50 Drawing Benefit Poker Run Saturday, August 4th |
| Created by Suzi |
| Please visit these links Town of Bethlehem Bethlehem Chamber |
| Visit The Wall That Heals |
The Wall That Heals exhibition features a half-scale replica of the
Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Like the original
Wall, the replica is erected in a chevron-shape and complete with
the more than 58,000 names of those killed or missing in action
from the conflict. When new names are added to the Memorial in
Washington, D.C., The Wall That Heals is updated as soon as
possible.
As on The Wall in Washington, D.C., the names are listed alphabetically by date of
casualty on The Wall That Heals. Beginning at the center, 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 in to the
center. Thus, the beginning and ending of the conflict are joined at the center.
The replica is constructed of powder-coated aluminum, supported by an aluminum
frame, and is made up of 24 individual panels, each containing six columns of names.
The panels join together to form the nearly 250 feet wide structure. Each of the
replica's two wings is approximately 123-feet long and meets at an angle of 121
degrees, rising to a height of approximately five feet at their apex. Each name is
laser-etched into the black reflective panels.
A database of names and their precise arrangement on The Wall had to be created to
engrave the panels. The database was then linked to a computer-operated laser
system developed solely for the purpose of engraving The Wall That Heals. The
system etched image areas of a specific size, requiring remarkably precise calibration
across a wide field to match partially formed letters and lines.
The Wall That Heals is transported from community to
community by a 73-foot semitruck and trailer which converts
to a museum.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Like the original
Wall, the replica is erected in a chevron-shape and complete with
the more than 58,000 names of those killed or missing in action
from the conflict. When new names are added to the Memorial in
Washington, D.C., The Wall That Heals is updated as soon as
possible.
As on The Wall in Washington, D.C., the names are listed alphabetically by date of
casualty on The Wall That Heals. Beginning at the center, 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 in to the
center. Thus, the beginning and ending of the conflict are joined at the center.
The replica is constructed of powder-coated aluminum, supported by an aluminum
frame, and is made up of 24 individual panels, each containing six columns of names.
The panels join together to form the nearly 250 feet wide structure. Each of the
replica's two wings is approximately 123-feet long and meets at an angle of 121
degrees, rising to a height of approximately five feet at their apex. Each name is
laser-etched into the black reflective panels.
A database of names and their precise arrangement on The Wall had to be created to
engrave the panels. The database was then linked to a computer-operated laser
system developed solely for the purpose of engraving The Wall That Heals. The
system etched image areas of a specific size, requiring remarkably precise calibration
across a wide field to match partially formed letters and lines.
The Wall That Heals is transported from community to
community by a 73-foot semitruck and trailer which converts
to a museum.
| THANK YOU TO ALL THAT WERE ABLE TO ATTEND THE BUFFET DINNER!!! THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!!! |
| The Wall That Heals exhibition is organized by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, the organization charged with preserving The Wall in Washington, D.C. and Its vast legacy. National sponsors are below. |
| Master of Ceremonies Commander of Sheehy-Palmer VFW Post Vietnam Veteran John "Ike" Eisenhauer Please click here to read Ike's Bio |
| THANK YOU TO ALL THAT CAME AND RODE IN OUR BENEFIT POKER RUN .. IT WAS A GREAT DAY AND WE HOPE YOU ENJOYED IT!!!!!! TO ALL OF THE VFW POSTS AND AMERICAN LEGION POST THAT PARTICIPATED IN THE RUN, THANK YOU!!! WE COULD NOT HAVE DONE WITHOUT YOU!!! |
| Opening day ceremonies began at 10:00am Keynote speaker Colonel Samuel Johnson Please click here to read Col. Johnson's Bio |
| THANK YOU TO ALL THAT PURCHASED A TICKET!!! |
| This was such a wonderful experience for us and we were happy and honored to bring The Wall That Heals to our community. To all of the volunteers, thank you for all that you did and for all of your support. We have prepared commemorative disks of both the escort and the exhibit itself. They are available for sale and pick up at the Post. Each is $10.00 or if you would like both, $15.00. |
| Here are some photos of the event, please click on the images to enlarge. A very special thank you goes out to our photographer, MaryJane, who unselfishly donated her time and professional services. Thank you Mary Jane! |
| Motorcycle Escort Tuesday, August 7th. We met at The Tractor Trailer Drop Off Lot outside of Exit 25a on The New York State Thruway .. We owe a HUGE THANK YOU to the NYS Thruway Authority for allowing us to use their lot, to The State Police for assisting with traffic control, and to The Albany Police Department and to The Bethlehem Police Departments for their EXCELLENT SHOW of SUPPORT!! |
| Set Up Day Wednesday, August 8th. Carpenter's Union #370 provided the man power to set up the Wall itself, Thank You!! The Highway Department donated a generator to power The Wall That Heals and MANY volunteers were on hand to provide the man power to set up everything else. We truly are thankful that SO many were willing and able to provide ALL of the assistance that we needed. THANK YOU!!! |
| Opening Day Thursday, August 9th. We were honored to have such a wonderful turn out for this special event. The ceremony began with a Ceremonial Blessing of the Ground, followed by the Massing of Colors, Grand Old Flags was performed by Jack Cassidy. Dorthea Rockenstyre, The New York State President of The Gold Star Mothers performed The Pledge of Allegiance and Mother Judge sang our National Anthem. Commander John "Ike" Eisenhauer of The Sheehy-Palmer VFW Post #6776, a Vietnam Veteran was our Master of Ceremonies and Joe Eriole performed the invocation. Suzi Granger with Rolling Thunder NY5 performed the POW/MIA Table Ceremony. We were treated to remarks by Congressman Michael McNulty, Albany County Executive Michael Breslin and The Town of Bethlehem Supervisor John Cunningham. Our Key Note Speaker was Colonel Samuel Johnson. Charlene Robbins with The Gold Star Mothers performed the benediction and Mother Judge sang God Bless America. The Reading of the Names on the Wall began after the ceremonies with a 21 gun salute and Taps at 8:00pm. Thank you for attending. |
| Friday, August 10th. and Saturday, August 11th. We had many visitors and several volunteers that donated their time to ensure that all visitors had a peaceful and respectful visit. The Pledge of Allegiance was read each morning by The Blue Star Mothers, The Names on the Wall was read each day and Taps was performed each night. Wreath laying ceremonies were performed by The Gold Star Mothers, The Blue Star Mothers, VFW Post #8692, The Legacy Veterans and Rolling Thunder New York Chapter 5. |
| Sunday, August 12th. Closing Ceremonies Commander John "Ike" Eisenhauer thanked all that attended the exhibit, Colonel Charles Johnson gave us some inspirational words to remember, Jack Cassidy performed Amazing Grace with a 21 gun salute to follow and Taps. |
| Monday, August 13th. Pack Up Day Carpenter's Union #370 returned to provide the man power to pack up The Wall along with several other volunteers. Thank you again, for all that you did to make this event such a wonderful experience. |
| A Very Special Thank you to the following groups that provided so much through out the exhibit: Sheehy-Palmer VFW Post #6776 members and it's auxiliaries, The Native Americans, The Booze Fighters and Rolling Thunder New York Chapter 5 |
