Join us as we recognize prisoners of war and America's sons and daughters who remain missing with our annual wreath laying at the Memorial's POW/MIA flag, located on the east lawn (behind the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument). Regular admission fees apply for the in-person event. https://youtube.com/watch?v=vnZOmxfCjLQ
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U.S. Navy veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
D-Day was, above all, an amphibious assault. As much as history heralds the valiant soldier on the beach, it is self-evident that without a massive Allied fleet behind him he would never be anywhere near France. Learn more about what was required for victory in the most crucial invasion of the war as Capt. James Ransom (USN Ret.) explores aspects of naval power, its capabilities and consequences, on June 6, 1944 in this virtual lecture. About the speaker: Capt. James "Jim" Ransom (USN Ret.) a Bachelor of Science degree in History from the U.S. Naval Academy, and a Master of...
This year’s 80th anniversary of D-Day commemorations has focused the public’s attention on the historic 1944 invasion of France during World War II and its legacy. Join the National Museum of the United States Army to look at how museums and historical organizations interpret and remember D-Day’s meaning, importance, and legacy. Panelists will include John Long of the National D-Day Memorial, Benjamin Brands of the American Battlefields Monument Commission, and Peter Crean of the National WWII Museum. The virtual history talk is free, but registration is required.
U.S. Marine Corps veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
Join us for our annual Veterans Day observance ceremony saluting all who have served with keynote speaker Mitchell Yockelson. https://vimeo.com/event/2144981 About the Speaker Mitchell Yockelson Yockelson manages the National Archives and Records Administration Archival Recovery Program, leading investigations of thefts of historical documents and museum artifacts. His work has been featured on 60 Minutes, PBS, C-SPAN, the Los Angeles Times, New York Times, and Washington Post. Additionally, Yockelson is a professor of military history at Norwich University and the author of many books, articles and reviews. His latest book, The Paratrooper Generals: Matthew Ridgway, Maxwell Taylor, and the American Airborne...
Join Jim Triesler, Director of Education for the Virginia War Memorial, as he shares stories from the Battle of the Bulge, which Winston Churchill called the greatest American battle of World War II. https://www.youtube.com/live/3NFvQJC87ho?si=HdwUrpL47Z_BlWFY About the speaker: Jim Triesler is an award-winning educator who serves as the Director of Education for the Virginia War Memorial and as Historian for the National Battle of the Bulge Association. He and his students were the recipients of a Save Our History Award from the History Channel for their work towards preserving thousands of WWII letters.
As twilight deepens and obscures the Blue Ridge Mountains, the National D-Day Memorial will once again honor the 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 Friday & Saturday evening in conjunction with our Flames of Memory event. Free admission. Donations welcome.
