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Vietnam veterans honoured

A CROWD of 60 people gathered at Cohuna’s Memorial Park on Sunday, to pay respects to all Vietnam veterans.

Cohuna Leitchville RSL president, Trevor Powis conducted the service “Sound & Duty” and spoke briefly on the history of Long Tan.

Nine Vietnam veterans from Cohuna, Barham/Koondrook RSL’s attended and wreathes were laid in honour.

Geoff Dale laid a wreath for Cohuna/Leitchville RSL, Sonia Wright, the daughter of Alan Cooke laid a wreath on behalf of her family.

Gannawa Shire councillors, Garner Smith and Keith Link, also attended.

Rachel Warren sang the national anthem and everyone was invited to share a light luncheon afterwards.

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