DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — It's been more than 50 years since Robert Haines went off to war.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - Many veterans who served in the Vietnam War were exposed to a dangerous chemical known to cause serious illnesses.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) – Another flight is scheduled to take Illinois veterans to visit war memorials. 

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - Illinois leaders are taking time to honor the service Vietnam War veterans gave to their country.