WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) today attended the groundbreaking of the Education Center at The Wall in Washington, D.C.

“It is important to remember those who served on behalf of our nation.  My uncle gave his life for this country and my Grandmother always wanted our family to remember him for that,” said Congressman Guthrie, who is a member of the honorary committee.  “This facility will be an excellent way for future generations to remember those who have fought for our country.”

The Education Center is a project through the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund.  By using the stories of veterans, the center seeks to teach the values of loyalty, honor, integrity, duty and courage.

“This is an incredibly unique project that will also serve as a living memorial for those killed while fighting the War on Terror in Iraq and Afghanistan.  We owe it to each individual who has ever worn the uniform to honor them for their service, and this project will take that mission one step further,” said Congressman Guthrie.

“Through my uncle’s sacrifices and my time at West Point, I know how valuable of a project this center is.  It was an honor to attend the groundbreaking today and I look forward to seeing this project completed,” added Congressman Guthrie.

To learn more about the Education Center, please visit http://www.buildthecenter.vvmf.org/ .

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