Vietnam Veterans: Their Stories, Their Legacy with Nicholas Asselta
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Join us for an evening of local history and community!
📅 Thursday, November 5, 2026
📍 Canoe Club at Hammonton Lake Park
💡 Free and open to the public – no membership or RSVP required!
Schedule:
🕕 6 PM – Monthly Membership Meeting
🕒 6:45 PM – Refreshments
🕖 7 PM – Speaker Series Presentation
The program will feature former New Jersey State Senator Nicholas V. Asselta who will present A Place of Honor, an award-winning documentary produced by the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans' Memorial & Museum. The film shares the personal stories of Vietnam War veterans and Gold Star families, exploring their experiences before, during, and after the war. The documentary also tells the story of how veterans and families came together to establish the Memorial and Museum, finding healing and renewed purpose while ensuring that the sacrifices of those who served would not be forgotten.
In addition to presenting the film, Asselta will share insights into his involvement with the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans' Memorial Foundation, where he serves as Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees. His commitment to honoring veterans is deeply personal. His older brother, Charles C. “Chickie” Asselta, was killed in action during the Vietnam War, and Asselta has dedicated much of his public service to honoring his brother's memory and the sacrifices of those who served.
A longtime South Jersey community leader, Asselta served in the New Jersey General Assembly and State Senate, followed by an appointment to the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. He has also held leadership positions in the private sector and currently serves as President of Asselta Strategies, an independent consulting firm.
This special program offers an opportunity to reflect on the experiences of Vietnam veterans, the families who lost loved ones, and the importance of preserving their stories for future generations.
📅 Thursday, November 5, 2026
📍 Canoe Club at Hammonton Lake Park
💡 Free and open to the public – no membership or RSVP required!
Schedule:
🕕 6 PM – Monthly Membership Meeting
🕒 6:45 PM – Refreshments
🕖 7 PM – Speaker Series Presentation
The program will feature former New Jersey State Senator Nicholas V. Asselta who will present A Place of Honor, an award-winning documentary produced by the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans' Memorial & Museum. The film shares the personal stories of Vietnam War veterans and Gold Star families, exploring their experiences before, during, and after the war. The documentary also tells the story of how veterans and families came together to establish the Memorial and Museum, finding healing and renewed purpose while ensuring that the sacrifices of those who served would not be forgotten.
In addition to presenting the film, Asselta will share insights into his involvement with the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans' Memorial Foundation, where he serves as Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees. His commitment to honoring veterans is deeply personal. His older brother, Charles C. “Chickie” Asselta, was killed in action during the Vietnam War, and Asselta has dedicated much of his public service to honoring his brother's memory and the sacrifices of those who served.
A longtime South Jersey community leader, Asselta served in the New Jersey General Assembly and State Senate, followed by an appointment to the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. He has also held leadership positions in the private sector and currently serves as President of Asselta Strategies, an independent consulting firm.
This special program offers an opportunity to reflect on the experiences of Vietnam veterans, the families who lost loved ones, and the importance of preserving their stories for future generations.
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Where is it happening?
Canoe Club Seniors - Hammonton, NJ, 128 Batchelor Ln, Hammonton, NJ 08037-1191, United States
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Host or PublisherHistorical Society of Hammonton
