Heroes Hall Speaker Series


Speaker Series

In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, Heroes Hall Museum & Education Center presents a new speaker series titled, “Echoes of Conflict: Remembering Vietnam.” The series will run throughout 2025, in conjunction with its latest exhibit of the same name. 

From Demolition Diver to SEAL Commander: A 30-Year Legacy

March 7 | 2-3:30 p.m.

Providing unique insight into the origin of Navy SEAL teams, Weaver will discuss his path, from underwater demolition teams to becoming a Navy SEAL. Topics will include the rigorous training standards required to be selected as a SEAL, how that training was applied in Vietnam and Weaver’s subsequent career, which spanned more than 30 years before he retired as a special warfare officer with eight commands within the special warfare community. 
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From Mustang Marine to Mentor: A Career of Service and Leadership

March 28 | 2-3:30 p.m.

In the Shadows of Vietnam: A Late Vietnam War Perspective on U.S. Navy SEALs

April 4 | 2-3:30 p.m.

A Patriot Without His Country: The Story of an ARVN Officer’s Service in Vietnam and His Escape to the U.S.

April 18 | 2-3:30 p.m.

Into the Valley of Death: An Eyewitness Account of America’s First Major Battle at La Drang

May 9 | 2-3:30 p.m.

Shooter: From Vietnam Combat to Presidential Portraits

June 13 | 2-3:30 p.m.