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February 6, 2025

Heroes Among Us, Last Man Out, Saigon/Kabul Symposium

On Thursday, February 6, the Citadel will host a symposium, sponsored by The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America – South Carolina Lowcountry Town Committee and the Patriots Point Foundation, on the US Military’s departure from Saigon, Vietnam, and Kabul, Afghanistan. The evening will be led by two extraordinary military heroes: Medal of Honor Recipient, Major General James E. Livingston USMC (Ret.), and Colonel Alexander Pelbath USAF (Ret.), pilot of the last military flight out of Afghanistan.  

Funds raised through ticket sales for the event will support the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, the nation’s oldest and largest provider of need-based scholarships to military children.

No physical tickets will be distributed. Instead, when you register online, we will have your name at check-in.

Please use the registration form below if you plan to attend the event (either you and/or guests). If you and/or guests are not planning to attend the event or receive any benefits, visit the contribute page.

  • 5:30 PM
    Start Time
  • 7:00 PM
    End Time

Event Details

Venue

  • Capers Hall
  • The Citadel
    1 Lee Ave
    Charleston, SC 29403