Christmas 1944 on the frontlines comes to life with this unique presentation featuring re-enactors and living history displays, reminiscent of how soldiers celebrated the holidays while fighting in World War II. Held Saturday evening in conjunction with our Flames of Memory event. Free admission. Donations welcome.
As twilight deepens and obscures the Blue Ridge Mountains, the National D-Day Memorial will once again honor the 4,415 men killed on D-Day during our annual Flames of Memory event. Arranged throughout the Memorial’s grounds, thousands of luminarias will shine in recognition of Overlord’s fallen and in tribute to the ultimate sacrifice each made to relight the lamp of freedom. Free admission. Donations welcome. Thank you to our sponsors.
Christmas 1944 on the frontlines comes to life with this unique presentation featuring re-enactors and living history displays, reminiscent of how soldiers celebrated the holidays while fighting in World War II. Held Saturday evening in conjunction with our Flames of Memory event. Free admission. Donations welcome.
As twilight deepens and obscures the Blue Ridge Mountains, the National D-Day Memorial will once again honor the 4,415 men killed on D-Day during our annual Flames of Memory event. Arranged throughout the Memorial’s grounds, thousands of luminarias will shine in recognition of Overlord’s fallen and in tribute to the ultimate sacrifice each made to relight the lamp of freedom. Free admission. Donations welcome. Thank you to our sponsors.
https://www.youtube.com/live/RVFCRYO1lzY?si=4kz1aFqDXSc5JpL9 It’s surprising, but it is estimated that more men died in training for the D-Day invasion than on D-Day itself. One reason for this was the disaster of Operation Tiger, practice exercises at Slapton Sands, England, where more than 700 Americans died—in a calamity hushed up for many years. Learn what happened at Slapton Sands—and what it meant—with John D. Long, Director of Education at the National D-Day Memorial. John D. Long is an alumnus of Roanoke College and the University of Virginia. A museum professional for more than twenty years, he currently holds the position of Director of...
Bedford County Public Schools are closed for students on Monday, February 5, 2024, so the National D-Day Memorial is hosting one-day mini-camps for third, fourth, and fifth graders on that day! Students will learn about World War II and D-Day through activities, games, and lessons. Participants should bring lunch. A morning snack will be provided. Event may be canceled in the event of inclement weather, if minimum registration not met, or if February 5 is used as BCPS make-up day. In event of cancelation, fees will be refunded.
https://www.youtube.com/live/3yfj3DVAXBM?si=8wstEVrE8u3Ixaj0 Although facing discrimination wherever they served, African Americans worked in different roles as part of the Manhattan Project. While most had jobs as manual laborers, numerous Black American scientists, engineers, and technicians played important roles in developing the atomic bomb. These workers, who have largely been lost to history, are examined in this presentation by Dr. David Snead, Professor of History, Liberty University About the speaker: David Snead has been a member of the History Department of Liberty University since 2004 and is currently a full professor. He has authored or edited six books: The Gaither Committee, Eisenhower, and...
https://www.youtube.com/live/FGFR_tsJWEo?si=99mB51KeldJPxnR4 Many may know Martha Gellhorn as one of the many wives of fellow journalist and literary giant, Ernest Hemingway; however, she was so much more. Although just a budding journalist during the Spanish Civil War, Gellhorn would later witness and cover many of pivotal moments of World War II and the rest of the 20th century. About the speaker: Maggie Hartley is a museum educator who is passionate about engaging audiences of all ages with history and veterans’ experiences. She is currently the Director of Public Engagement at The National WWII Museum, and previously worked at the National D-Day...
The National D-Day Memorial has embarked on a new initiative to install a Medal of Honor Garden, paying tribute to the four Medal of Honor recipients from D-Day. Join us as we dedicate the Medal of Honor Garden and honor 1st Lt. Jimmie W. Monteith Jr., a son of Virginia and member of the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets. Killed in action on June 6, 1944, Monteith's heroism was so apparent that both General Dwight D. Eisenhower and General Omar Bradley personally recommended Monteith posthumously receive the nation's highest honor for valor in combat. Maj. Gen. Randal D. Fullhart, Virginia...
At Homeschool Day, students and their families will participate in special tours, programs, and demonstrations from the Memorial and community partners to learn more about D-Day and what it took to claim victory. Contact the Memorial’s Education Department at education@dday.org for more information.