Australia's first national servicemen have been recognised in a memorial held in Canberra.
The men, who served in the Defence Force between 1950 and 1972 were recognised with the unveiling of a fountain memorial by Governor General Quentin Bryce.
Bryce spoke the 'dignity and loyalty' of the Nashos, adding that they 'fought, died and altered their lives, for us.'
All Australians should be thankful, Bryce said.
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National Servicemen's Association spokesman Allen Callaghan told the ABC that it brings closure to the families of men who died fighting in South East Asia.
"It's now ready for dedication, but the main point is that it brings closure to the Vietnam era because we have already had the parade of the Vietnam veterans," he said.
