These historic barracks stand within Detroit’s Fort Wayne, a military fortress constructed in the 1840s. Over the decades, this fort served as a military fort during various wars before its eventual decommissioning. When I shared my visit with my father, he immediately recalled it as the very place where he was inducted into the Vietnam War draft. Seeing my photos of Fort Wayne several other veterans have told in me that this was their initial stop after boarding the bus, and it is where they swore their oath to defend the Constitution.
I believe the specific building where these oaths were administered has sadly been lost to time, other structures remain as poignant reminders of the countless men and women who dedicated their lives to the armed forces.
On this Veterans Day, let us express our deepest gratitude to all those who swore an oath to defend the Constitution and the United States of America.
A Note on Remembrance
- Veterans Day: Honors all who have served in the U.S. armed forces.
- Memorial Day: Commemorates those who died while serving in the U.S. military.
- Armed Forces Day: Celebrates the military branches and their personnel.
Let us remember and honor their sacrifices every day.
