By Corey Everitt
Cockatoo RSL held a dedicated service on Friday 18 August for Vietnam Veterans Day.
The commemoration began with wreaths laid at the Cockatoo Cenotaph and The Ode performed by Paul Hatwell.
The gathering continued in the clubrooms where Vietnam War veterans, including RSL members Peter Maloney, Mal Snowden and Bill Black were honoured for their service.
The event was led by Cockatoo RSL president, Carol Thompson, with speakers including Defence Chaplin Cyril Payne, club vice-president Brett Barker and Peter Maloney.
This year marks the 50th anniversary since Australia’s withdraw from the Vietnam War.
