All American Honor Garden - Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum - Yorba Linda, CA
N 33° 53.379 W 117° 49.109
11S E 424316 N 3750222
This garden dedicated to Vietnam POWs is located within the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum (admission fees apply).
Waymark Code: WMKJQ1
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 04/22/2014
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This memorial and plaque reside outside the Richard Nixon Library and contains many rose plants, some which are very famous for their superior qualities and awards received in various competitions. This garden, along with the neighboring Pat Nixon Rose Garden are a quiet and peaceful sight and both Richard and Pat Nixon's graves are located near this Honor Garden. Noticeable is the laughter and chatter of visitors to the museum walking out of the Library and then quieting down when they arrive to this garden and nearby graves. This garden is very-well maintained and the memorial and plaque dedicated to the Vietnam Prisoners of War almost goes unnoticed because it blends in with the nearby rose plants and shrubbery. The memorial plaque reads:
ALL AMERICAN HONOR GARDEN
In heartfelt gratitude to
THE VIETNAM PRISONERS OF WAR
Courage * Patriotism * Loyalty
Dedicated on the 40th Anniversary of their
Homecoming Gala hosted by
President and Mrs. Nixon at the White House
MAY 24, 1973
President Nixon and his wife's graves make it a very serene experience as you pass by the Garden on your way to Nixon's home and birthplace nearby. If you have the time to visit this Library and Honor Garden, you won't be disappointed.