Sunset Veterans Park is now home to the image of an Air Force C-123 aircraft. Here’s why

By: Nelson Thibault

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: August 7, 2026

Words: 343

Last Updated: 1 week, 5 days ago


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On July 27, an etched image of a renowned C-123 aircraft was installed in Sunset Veterans Park, which is located in Davis County near Hill Air Force Base.

The C-123 gained notoriety due to its use during the Vietnam War, especially as an aircraft used to spray toxic herbicides in an effort to remove tree leaves and other foliage that provided enemy concealment.

While not the only type of aircraft used by the …

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