An U.S. Army World War II veteran from the 101st Airborne
An U.S. Army World War II veteran from the 101st Airborne Division watches a ceremony that was held to commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Carentan, France, June 4, 2012. Paratroopers from t... More
The French mayor of Hemevez and members of his family
The French mayor of Hemevez and members of his family lay a wreath at a 82nd Airborne Memorial during a ceremony at Hemevez, Normandy, France, June 4, 2015. Over 380 service members from Europe and affiliated D... More
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 participate
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 participate in an award banquet in Picauville, France, June 3, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day Landing Anniversary ... More
Civilians watch as Paratroopers from the U.S. Army
Civilians watch as Paratroopers from the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (Airborne) honor the fallen at the American cemetery in Normandy, France, June 6.
A U.S. Army WWII veteran, from the 101st Airborne Division,
A U.S. Army WWII veteran, from the 101st Airborne Division, watches a ceremony to commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Carentan, France, Jun. 4, 2012. Veterans and Paratroopers from the Allie... More
U.S. Army paratroopers from various airborne units
U.S. Army paratroopers from various airborne units commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Normandy American Cemetery, France, May 31, 2012. Paratroopers from the Allied nations gather in Norman... More
The statue of Maj. Dick Winters of Easy Company, 506th
The statue of Maj. Dick Winters of Easy Company, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, stands as reminder of the sacrifice of the Greatest Generation near Utah Beach, Normandy, France, Jun... More
SAINTE MERE EGLISE, France- Soldiers, veterans, and
SAINTE MERE EGLISE, France- Soldiers, veterans, and civilians convened for church services at the church of Sainte-Mère-Église , the historic site of the first French town liberated in the D-Day invasion, in co... More
Messeur Marcel Jean, the French mayor of Chef Du Pont,
Messeur Marcel Jean, the French mayor of Chef Du Pont, speaks during a ceremony honoring the 82nd Airborne Division for their sacrifice during World War II at Chef Du Pont, Normandy, France, June 4, 2015. Over ... More
A French Foreign Legion solider displays his medals
A French Foreign Legion solider displays his medals and awards on his uniform while attending a ceremony to commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Ranville British Cemetery, France, Jun. 6, 201... More
French Re-enactors encamped in field tents re-enact
French Re-enactors encamped in field tents re-enact World War II in Picauville, France, June 1, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day Landing Anniversary in No... More
French locals and U.S. Soldiers from the Fort Bragg
French locals and U.S. Soldiers from the Fort Bragg Air Assault School, N.C., fold an U.S. flag during a memorial ceremony for Pfc. Charles DeGlopper, a paratrooper who died on D-Day during World War II on June... More
A group of U.S. Army Soldiers, assigned to 4th Brigade,
A group of U.S. Army Soldiers, assigned to 4th Brigade, 25th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), present the colors as members of the color guard for a ceremony at Hemevez, Normandy, France, June 4, 2015. ... More
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 tour Pointe
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 tour Pointe du Hoc in Normandy, France, June 1, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day Landing Anniversary in Normandy to... More
"In a few hours I'm going to take the best company
"In a few hours I'm going to take the best company of men in the world into France. We'll give the bastards hell. Strangely, I'm not particularly scared. But in my heart is a terrific longing to hold you in my ... More
A group of U.S. Army paratroopers, assigned to the
A group of U.S. Army paratroopers, assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, German, Dutch, and French paratroopers stands in formation during a ceremony honoring the paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division th... More
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 tour Omaha
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 tour Omaha Beach, a major battle site of World War II in Normandy, France, June 1, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day ... More
Sgt. Patrick Kelly, 310th Psychological Operations
Sgt. Patrick Kelly, 310th Psychological Operations Company, U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (Airborne), speaks with a local woman at Angoville Au Plain about why Americans still vis... More
A group of French citizens march down the road during
A group of French citizens march down the road during a ceremony honoring the paratroopers that liberated the village in Negreville, Normandy, France; June 6, 2015. Over 380 service members from Europe and aff... More
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 participate
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 participate in a historical walk through World War II sites in Picauville, France, June 1, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72n... More
Senator John Kerry participates a remembrance ceremony
Senator John Kerry participates a remembrance ceremony at Utah Beach, June 6, 2011. Kerry joined paratroopers from the U.S. Army Civil Affairs & Psychological Operations Command (Airborne), U.K, Germany, and Fr... More
A group of paratroopers, assigned to the 82nd Airborne
A group of paratroopers, assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, present the Colors as members of the Color Guard during a ceremony honoring Medal of Honor winner Pfc. Charles N. DeGlopper for his actions on D-... More
"The battle belonged that morning to the thin, wet
"The battle belonged that morning to the thin, wet line of khaki that dragged itself ashore on the channel coast of France." Service members of Joint Task Force D-Day 71 visited historic D-Day sites June 2, 201... More
U.S. Army retired Col. Keith Nightingale discusses
U.S. Army retired Col. Keith Nightingale discusses events of the Utah beach landing as U.S. Army paratroopers from various airborne units, and British paratroopers from the 4th Para Regiment, commemorate the 68... More
A group of U.S. Army, German and French paratroopers
A group of U.S. Army, German and French paratroopers walk off Iron Mike Drop Zone near the village of Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 7, 2015. Over 380 service members from Europe and affiliated D-Da... More
U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Timothy Pennartz, 1st Sgt. of the
U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Timothy Pennartz, 1st Sgt. of the DeGlopper Air Assault School, 18th Airborne Corps, salutes after folding an American Flag during a ceremony with French and American civilians honoring Medal... More
Maj. Gen. David N. Blackledge participates in a remembrance
Maj. Gen. David N. Blackledge participates in a remembrance ceremony at Utah Beach, June 6, 2011. Blackledge lead paratroopers from the U.S. Army Civil Affairs & Psychological Operations Command (Airborne), U.K... More
The U.S. Army Europe Band plays during a ceremony to
The U.S. Army Europe Band plays during a ceremony to commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Carentan, France, June 4, 2012. U.S. Army soldiers gather in Normandy each year as a remembrance to t... More
A group of U.S. Army Soldiers, assigned to the 101st
A group of U.S. Army Soldiers, assigned to the 101st Airborne Division, present the colors as members of the color guard for a ceremony as French school children sing songs at Chef Du Pont, Normandy, France, Ju... More
190606-N-WO404-513 NORMANDY, France (June 6, 2019)
190606-N-WO404-513 NORMANDY, France (June 6, 2019) Charles, Prince of Wales, pays respects after laying a wreath during a commemorative service at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission’s Bayeux War Cemetery in... More
World War II veteran, Sgt. Maj. Raymond Sylvester,
World War II veteran, Sgt. Maj. Raymond Sylvester, stands with paratroopers from the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command at the American cemetery in Normandy, France, June 6, 2011. Thes... More
Todays peace and tranquility of Utah Beach belies the Pandemonium of J...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Utah Beach State: Normandy Country: France (FRA) Scene Camera Operator: TSGT Timothy Cook Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military S... More
World War II re-enactors pose as paratroopers in front
World War II re-enactors pose as paratroopers in front of the Church of Sainte-Mère-Église while visiting to commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, France, June 6, 2012. Re-enactors gather in N... More
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 live in field
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 live in field tents at the Normandy Commemoration in Picauville, France, June 1, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day La... More
The president of France, Francois Hollande, approaches
The president of France, Francois Hollande, approaches attendees of a ceremony held to commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Ranville British Cemetery, France, Jun. 6, 2012. Distinguished gues... More
U.S. Army Paratroopers from United States Army Civil
U.S. Army Paratroopers from United States Army Civil Affairs & Psychological Operations Command commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Carentan, France, Jun. 4, 2012. Paratroopers from the Alli... More
Georgle Kline, U.S. Army 2nd Ranger Battalion D-Day
Georgle Kline, U.S. Army 2nd Ranger Battalion D-Day veteran salutes during "Taps" at the Pointe Du Hoc Ranger Monument to pay respect to U.S. Army Rangers who served during World War II June 5, 2015, Normandy, ... More
The president of France, Francois Hollande, meets with
The president of France, Francois Hollande, meets with attendees of a ceremony held to commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Ranville British Cemetery, France, Jun. 6, 2012. Distinguished gues... More
A formation of U.S Army Soldiers and a World War II
A formation of U.S Army Soldiers and a World War II reenactor dressed in a vintage WWII combat uniform salute as the U.S. national anthem plays during a WWII commemoration ceremony at Sainte Laurent sur Mer, Fr... More
The worst misdrop on D-Day happened to the Soldiers
The worst misdrop on D-Day happened to the Soldiers of the 3rd Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment. They were to be dropped near Amfreville, France, but ended up 18 miles southeast, in a town called Gr... More
WWII veteran, George Shankle (center), a radio operator
WWII veteran, George Shankle (center), a radio operator with Co. E., 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, places his hand over his heart as wreaths are laid at the... More
U.S. Army paratroopers from various airborne units
U.S. Army paratroopers from various airborne units ride bumper cars at a carnival during a commemoration of the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Saint Mère Èglise, France, June 2, 2012. Paratroopers and ... More
Maj. Matthew Piosa, with 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger
Maj. Matthew Piosa, with 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, pauses to take a picture of a bunker at Pointe Du Hoc. Pointe du Hoc is a 100-foot cliff overlooking the English Channel on the coast of Normandy, l... More
The worst misdrop on D-Day happened to the Soldiers
The worst misdrop on D-Day happened to the Soldiers of the 3rd Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment. They were to be dropped near Amfreville, France, but ended up 18 miles southeast, in a town called Gr... More
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 tour Pointe
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 tour Pointe du Hoc in Normandy, France, June 1, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day Landing Anniversary in Normandy to... More
The U.S. Army Europe Band plays during a ceremony held
The U.S. Army Europe Band plays during a ceremony held to commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Sainte-Mère-Église, France, June 6, 2012. U.S. Army soldiers gather in Normandy each year as a r... More
French locals and allied leaders attend a memorial
French locals and allied leaders attend a memorial ceremony for Pfc. Charles DeGlopper, a paratrooper who died on D-Day during World War II on June 5, 2015, Normandy, France. More than 380 service members from ... More
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 tour Pointe
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 tour Pointe du Hoc in Normandy, France, June 1, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day Landing Anniversary in Normandy to... More
The worst misdrop on D-Day happened to the Soldiers
The worst misdrop on D-Day happened to the Soldiers of the 3rd Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment. They were to be dropped near Amfreville, France, but ended up 18 miles southeast, in a town called Gr... More
The worst misdrop on D-Day happened to the Soldiers
The worst misdrop on D-Day happened to the Soldiers of the 3rd Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment. They were to be dropped near Amfreville, France, but ended up 18 miles southeast, in a town called Gr... More
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. James Leits and Staff Sgt
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. James Leits and Staff Sgt James Gaston, assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron, watches as the pilots back up a C-130J aircraft at the Cherboug Airport, Normandy, France; June 3, 2015. ... More
A U.S. Army Green Beret conducts a High Altitude, Low
A U.S. Army Green Beret conducts a High Altitude, Low Opening Airborne Jump over Iron Mike Drop Zone near the village of Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 7, 2015. Over 380 service members from Europe ... More
Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1(LLB1)
Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1(LLB1) participate in a joint ceremony with U.S. Soldiers to commemorate the 72nd Anniversary of D-Day at the 90th Infantry Division Monument in Picauville, France on ... More
German soldiers salute during the presentation of colors
German soldiers salute during the presentation of colors in Carentan, France, June 3. These soldiers are participating in a multinational task force to commemorate the 67th Anniversary of Operation Overload the... More
Local children help hoist the Polish flag over Utah
Local children help hoist the Polish flag over Utah Beach June 6. The children are participating with Paratroopers from the U.S. Army Civil Affairs & Psychological Operations Command (Airborne), U.K, Germany, a... More
A group of paratroopers, assigned to the 173rd Airborne
A group of paratroopers, assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade, salute during a ceremony honoring the 82nd Airborne Division at Chef Du Pont, Normandy, France, June 4, 2015. Over 380 service members from Europ... More
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 participate
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 participate in an award banquet in Picauville, France, June 3, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day Landing Anniversary ... More
Local children hold the Canadian flag prior to it being
Local children hold the Canadian flag prior to it being hoisted over Utah Beach June 6. The children are participating with Paratroopers from the U.S. Army Civil Affairs & Psychological Operations Command (Airb... More
Paratroopers from the U.S. Army Civil Affairs &
Paratroopers from the U.S. Army Civil Affairs & Psychological Operations Command (Airborne) provide the color guard for ceremonies honoring those who fought and died during Operation Overlord, the D-day landing... More
US Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Honorable Anthony J. Principi de...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Utah Beach State: Normandy Country: France (FRA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Marie Cassetty, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combined Mi... More
AST-13-815 - Apollo Soyuz Test Project - Apollo Soyuz Test Project, Fr...
The original database describes this as: Description: Apollo Soyuz Test Project (ASTP),France,Normandie,Cherbourg,St. Mola, Utah Beach,St. Lo. Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) of Photo 205:17:10,Ground Elapsed Time (... More
Sailors assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS
Sailors assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79) stand at parade rest awaiting the commencement of the D-Day ceremony at the Navy Memorial on Utah Beach. The event was one of several c... More
Two military dignitaries render salutes during the
Two military dignitaries render salutes during the Main Ceremony for D-Day 73 June 6, 2017, at Utah Beach in Sainte Marie Du Mont, France. This ceremony culminates commemoration of the 73rd anniversary of D-Day... More
SAINTE-MARIE-DU-MONT, France (June 6, 2018) D-Day veteran
SAINTE-MARIE-DU-MONT, France (June 6, 2018) D-Day veteran Steve Melnikof speaks during the Utah Beach Federal Monument Ceremony. This year marks the 74th anniversary of Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion o... More
U.S. Army and British paratroopers from various airborne
U.S. Army and British paratroopers from various airborne units visit Omaha Beach, to commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion on June 1, 2012. Paratroopers from the Allied nations gather as retire... More
French Re-enactors encamped in field tents re-enact
French Re-enactors encamped in field tents re-enact World War II in Picauville, France, June 1, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day Landing Anniversary in No... More
Re-enactors pose for pictures in front of World War
Re-enactors pose for pictures in front of World War II era vehicles at Angoville Au Plain. On June 3, 2015, the town of Carentan, France, hosted service members of the Joint Task Force D-Day 71. The day include... More
"In a few hours I'm going to take the best company
"In a few hours I'm going to take the best company of men in the world into France. We'll give the bastards hell. Strangely, I'm not particularly scared. But in my heart is a terrific longing to hold you in my ... More
French Re-enactors encamped in field tents re-enact
French Re-enactors encamped in field tents re-enact World War II in Picauville, France, June 1, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day Landing Anniversary in No... More
A group of U.S. Army Soldiers, assigned to the 82nd
A group of U.S. Army Soldiers, assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, present the colors as members of the color guard for a ceremony at Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 4, 2015. Over 380 service mem... More
The mayor speaks during a ceremony to commemorate the
The mayor speaks during a ceremony to commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Sainte-Mère-Église, France, June 6, 2012. Distinguished guests from all over the world gather in Normandy each year ... More
French guests lay a wreath at the memorial dedicated
French guests lay a wreath at the memorial dedicated to the Battle of Carentan during a ceremony to commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Carentan, France, June 4, 2012. Guests from all over t... More
U.S. Air Force Capt. Chad Thompson, Capt. Lindsey Kinsinger,
U.S. Air Force Capt. Chad Thompson, Capt. Lindsey Kinsinger, and Staff Sgt. James Leits, assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron, fly a C-130J aircraft over the terrain of Normandy, France; June 3, 2015. This is ... More
Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1(LLB1)
Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1(LLB1) participate in a joint ceremony with U.S. Soldiers to commemorate the 72nd Anniversary of D-Day at the 90th Infantry Division Monument in Picauville, France on ... More
NORMANDY, France (June 6, 2019) Adm. James G. Foggo
NORMANDY, France (June 6, 2019) Adm. James G. Foggo III, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa holds sand from Utah Beach, Normandy, as he delivers remarks during a United States Navy Memorial and Frogmen ... More
190606-N-WO404-398 CHERBOURG, France (June 6, 2019)
190606-N-WO404-398 CHERBOURG, France (June 6, 2019) Members of the U.S. Coast Guard Band perform aboard the U.S. Coast Guard cutter USCGC Eagle (WIX-327) during a ceremony in Cherbourg, France, June 6, 2019. Th... More
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 participate
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 participate in an award banquet in Picauville, France, June 3, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day Landing Anniversary ... More
190606-N-WO404-499 NORMANDY, France (June 6, 2019)
190606-N-WO404-499 NORMANDY, France (June 6, 2019) Adm. James G. Foggo III, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and commander, Allied Joint Force Command Naples, Italy, speaks with U.S. Marine Corps Gen.... More
Wreaths and flowers are lay in front of the 82nd Airborne
Wreaths and flowers are lay in front of the 82nd Airborne Monument honoring seven paratroopers that were executed by the Nazis during World War II after a ceremony at Hemevez, Normandy, France, June 4, 2015. Ov... More
A combined company of US Army Europe (USAREUR) Soldiers prepare to pas...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Utah Beach State: Normandy Country: France (FRA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Marie Cassetty, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combined Mi... More
A Boy Scout from the United States of America attends
A Boy Scout from the United States of America attends a ceremony held to commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Ranville British Cemetery, France, Jun. 6, 2012. People from all over the world g... More
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 participate
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 participate in a historical walk through World War II sites in Picauville, France, June 1, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72n... More
Paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division and other
Paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division and other military units listen to Col. (ret) Kenneth Nightingale at the Iron Mike Memorial June 5, 2018 outside of Sainte Mere Eglise, France. Nightingale educated th... More
The head stone of Pvt. Barney B. Bowden, the great-uncle
The head stone of Pvt. Barney B. Bowden, the great-uncle of U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Robert Bowden, an infantryman with SPMAGTF-Crisis Response- Africa, at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial, Normandy, F... More
French Re-enactors encamped in field tents re-enact
French Re-enactors encamped in field tents re-enact World War II in Picauville, France, June 1, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day Landing Anniversary in No... More
French Re-enactors encamped in field tents re-enact
French Re-enactors encamped in field tents re-enact World War II in Picauville, France, June 1, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day Landing Anniversary in No... More
U.S. Army paratroopers from various airborne units
U.S. Army paratroopers from various airborne units commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Normandy American Cemetery, France, May 31, 2012. Paratroopers from the Allied nations gather in Norman... More
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 tour Pointe
German Soldiers from Luftlandebrigade 1 tour Pointe du Hoc in Normandy, France, June 1, 2016. Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day Landing Anniversary in Normandy to... More
Allied service members gather at the Pointe Du Hoc
Allied service members gather at the Pointe Du Hoc Ranger memorial to pay respect to U.S. Army Rangers who served during World War II June 5, 2015, Normandy, France. More than 380 service members from Europe an... More
French school kids stand in line holding flowers as
French school kids stand in line holding flowers as they wait to place the flowers on the memorial during a ceremony honoring the memory of the Battle of Graignes. The worst misdrop on D-Day happened to the Sol... More
Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1(LLB1)
Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1(LLB1) participate in a joint ceremony with U.S. Soldiers to commemorate the 72nd Anniversary of D-Day at the 90th Infantry Division Monument in Picauville, France on ... More
U.S. and German military service members attend a World
U.S. and German military service members attend a World War II commemoration June 4, 2015, in Picauville, France, to honor the memory of U.S Airmen and Soldiers who died when their aircraft crashed in the town ... More
Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1(LLB1)
Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1(LLB1) participate in a joint ceremony with U.S. Soldiers to commemorate the 72nd Anniversary of D-Day at the 90th Infantry Division Monument in Picauville, France on ... More
U.S. Secretary of the Navy, Ray Mabus, glances out
U.S. Secretary of the Navy, Ray Mabus, glances out over Utah Beach, France from the site of the U.S. Navy Memorial while at a ceremony to commemorate the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, June 5, 2012. Di... More
A group of French school children wave America and
A group of French school children wave America and French Flags during a ceremony honoring the paratroopers that liberated the village in Negreville, Normandy, France; June 6, 2015. Over 380 service members fro... More
Masseur Marcel Jean, the French mayor of Chef Du Pont,
Masseur Marcel Jean, the French mayor of Chef Du Pont, speaks during a ceremony honoring the 82nd Airborne Division for their sacrifice during World War II at Chef Du Pont, Normandy, France, June 4, 2015. Over ... More
U.S. Air Force Capt. Chad Thompson and Capt. Lindsey
U.S. Air Force Capt. Chad Thompson and Capt. Lindsey Kinsinger, assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron, fly a C-130J aircraft over the terrain of Normandy, France; June 3, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary of t... More
190606-N-WO404-061 NORMANDY, France (June 6, 2019)
190606-N-WO404-061 NORMANDY, France (June 6, 2019) Retired Rear Adm. Frank Thorp IV holds a miniature version of the “Lone Sailor” statue during a United States Navy Memorial and Frogmen Association of Utah Bea... More
A U.S. Army Ranger, 75th Ranger Regiment, stands atop
A U.S. Army Ranger, 75th Ranger Regiment, stands atop a former Nazi bunker overlooking the English Channel at the Ranger Memorial, Pointe Du Hoc, France, June 1, 2012. Paratroopers from the Allied nations gathe... More
A group of World War II veterans stand with new medals
A group of World War II veterans stand with new medals given to them from the French army during a ceremony honoring paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division that lost their lives during World War II near Iro... More