American Soldiers prepare to commemorate the 1944 liberation

American Soldiers prepare to commemorate the 1944 liberation of France during the Liberation Dinner held in Sainte-Mere-Eglise, France, June 3, 2017. The ceremony commemorates the 73rd anniversary of D-Day, the largest multi-national amphibious landing and operational military airdrop in history, and highlights the U.S.' steadfast commitment to European allies and partners. Overall, approximately 400 U.S. service members from units in Europe and the U.S. are participating in ceremonial D-Day events from May 31 to June 7, 2017. (U.S. Army Photo by Master Sgt. Sean McCollum, 29th Infantry Division Public Affairs)