Southern Ute Veterans Association

History And Background

Recognition began to come to the Southern Ute veterans Association from a number of Sources. In 1994 the Southern Ute Indian Tribal Council donated a park located on the upper tribal campus to the association. this park has since become know as "Veterans Park." Today, this park has a history of it's own. It has housed and paid honor to the Vietnam Veterans Moving Wall" and is the focal point for a number of community based events. There is also a monument which serves as the center piece of the park.

This tribute is dedicated to all Southern Ute Indian Veterans who served honorably in the Armed Services of the United States of America.
In 1995, the membership of the association had increased to the point that it was felt that the time for formal tribal recognition was needed. The members drafted a set of By-Laws to represent their organizations purpose and leadership. It was here that the name of the "Southern Ute Veterans Association" was formally adopted and with the Southern Ute Indian Tribal Councils approval of the proposed By-Laws the association became official.
Beyond addressing the needs of Veterans and assisting them in the procurement of their benefits the association is active in many community functions. They are always willing to provide (at not cost) Military services and Color Guards when asked to serve.

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