Gov. Tony Evers proclaims May 14 'Hmong-Lao Veterans Day' across Wisconsin
WISCONSIN (WXOW)-- Governor Tony Evers signed Executive Order #200 which orders the flags of the United States and Wisconsin to be flown at half-st...
WISCONSIN (WXOW)-- Governor Tony Evers signed Executive Order #200 which orders the flags of the United States and Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff Sunday, May 14 in honor of Hmong-Lao Veterans Day. In a news release, Gov. Evers shared, "Each year, on Hmong-Lao Veterans Day, we honor and recognize the thousands of Hmong-Lao veterans who courageously fought alongside the United States in the Vietnam War and who call Wisconsin home today. "The story of Hmong-Lao veterans and their service is integral to the story of Wisconsin, and I am proud to once again lower the flags as we commend them for their service and sacrifice.