A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules prepares to
A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules prepares to drop U.S. Army Soldiers over the historic La Fiere drop zone near Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 7, 2015, to commemorate the 71st Anniversary of D-... More
Two U.S. Air Force C-130Js, assigned to the 37th Airlift
Two U.S. Air Force C-130Js, assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron, flys over the terrain of Normandy to practice their manuauers in Northern France; June 3, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary of the D-Day invas... More
Cadre of the 1-507th Parachute Infantry Regiment brief
Cadre of the 1-507th Parachute Infantry Regiment brief operations and procedures for the 75th Anniversary Airborne School jump, inside McCarthy Hall on Fort Benning, Ga., Aug. 14, 2015. The 1-507th Parachute I... More
Allied service members and locals of Normandy gather
Allied service members and locals of Normandy gather at Omaha Beach National Guard monument to pay respect to veterans who served during World War II June 5, 2015, Normandy, France. More than 380 service member... More
On June 3, 2015, the town of Carentan, France, hosted
On June 3, 2015, the town of Carentan, France, hosted service members of the Joint Task Force D-Day 71. The day included a tour of the town hall and historic sites such as the Angoville Au Plain church where tw... More
A sandtable of the events of D-Day overlooks Omaha
A sandtable of the events of D-Day overlooks Omaha Beach. Service Members of Joint Task Force D-Day 71 visited historic D-Day sites June 2, 2015, as part of the events to commemorate the 71st anniversary, one o... More
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, 3rd Air Force
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, 3rd Air Force commander, delivers a speech during a World War II commemoration June 4, 2015, in Picauville, France. Picauville hosted the memorial commemoration to hono... More
A Douglas-DC3-C47 sits on display awaiting paratroopers
A Douglas-DC3-C47 sits on display awaiting paratroopers at William T. drop zone, Fort Benning, Ga., Aug. 15, 2015. The 1-507th Parachute Infantry Regiment (PIR) Battalion celebrates 75 years of the U.S. Army Ai... More
A group of paratroopers, assigned to the 82nd Airborne
A group of paratroopers, assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, holds the colors as members of the Color Guard during a ceremony honoring the paratroopers that liberated the village in Sainte Mere Eglise, Norm... More
World War II re-enactors make final preparation to
World War II re-enactors make final preparation to drive their Sherman tank to a ceremony June 4, 2015, to commemorate the U.S. Army’s efforts to liberate Montebourg, France, after the D-Day landings. More tha... More
Allied leaders salute the memorial of fallen U.S. service
Allied leaders salute the memorial of fallen U.S. service members at the Picauville 9th Air Force monument June 4, 2015, Normandy, France. More than 380 servicemembers from Europe and affiliated D-Day historica... More
U.S. Army Capt. Jesse Sheehan, Headquarters, Headquarters
U.S. Army Capt. Jesse Sheehan, Headquarters, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, gives operations brief to the jump masters at McCarthy Hall, Fort Benning, Ga., Aug. 14, 2015... 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 at Chef Du Pont, Normandy, France, June 4, 2015. Over 380 service members ... More
Antoine and Alice Fernandez, dressed in vintage World
Antoine and Alice Fernandez, dressed in vintage World War II U.S. Army uniforms, attend a WWII commemoration ceremony in Sainte Laurent sur Mer, France, June 6, 2015. A formation of U.S. Army Soldiers from the ... More
A group of U.S. Army Rangers, assigned to the 75th
A group of U.S. Army Rangers, assigned to the 75th Ranger Regiment, German Army Soldiers, and French civilians take a group photo together before a ceremony at Amfreville, Normandy, France; June 5, 2015. Over 3... 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
Bobby Gautier, a re-enactor with the Liberty Jump Team,
Bobby Gautier, a re-enactor with the Liberty Jump Team, out of Fort Worth, Texas, inspects his gear for Sustained Airborne Training in preparation for the 75th Anniversary Airborne School jump at McCarthy Hall ... More
U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Christa Petersen, with Echo Company,
U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Christa Petersen, with Echo Company, 1st Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, gives the sound off for equipment check during Sustained Airborne Training in preparation for the 75th A... More
U.S. Soldiers attend a memorial ceremony for Pfc. Charles
U.S. Soldiers 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 Europe and affiliat... More
U.S. Army Spc. Reina Fishburn assists Staff Sgt. Tessa
U.S. Army Spc. Reina Fishburn assists Staff Sgt. Tessa Vandegrift with her gear before they jump as part of an Airborne School anniversary celebration at Lawson Army Airfield, Fort Benning, Ga., Aug. 15, 2015. ... More
U.S. Army Maj. Christopher Murphy, commander of the
U.S. Army Maj. Christopher Murphy, commander of the 982nd Combat Camera Company, East Point, Ga., helps Capt. Loren Teillon, also with the 982nd Combat Camera Company, East Point, Ga., fasten the leg straps of ... More
Soldiers assigned to the historic 507th Parachute Infantry
Soldiers assigned to the historic 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment pose for a picture after a ceremony. The worst misdrop on D-Day happened to the Soldiers of the 3rd Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regime... More
U.S. Army veteran Sgt. 1st Class Richard Yates, center
U.S. Army veteran Sgt. 1st Class Richard Yates, center right, of the 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, talks to U.S. Army paratrooper Brig. Gen. Brian Winski the 82nd Airborne Division ... 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
George Shenkle, World War II veteran and former U.S.
George Shenkle, World War II veteran and former U.S. Army Soldier with the Easy Company, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, watches as a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules from the 37t... More
French military re-enactors dressed as U.S. Army Soldiers
French military re-enactors dressed as U.S. Army Soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) prepare to post the colors during a ceremony at the Currahee Memorial in the Normandy region June 3, 2015... More
German army soldiers render honors during the playing
German army soldiers render honors during the playing of the U.S. national anthem while at the La Cambe German War Cemetery in the Normandy region of France June 5, 2015. U.S. Army paratroopers from the 173rd A... More
U.S. Army veterans Cpl. George Shenkle, center right,
U.S. Army veterans Cpl. George Shenkle, center right, of the 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division and Sgt. Isaac Phillips, center left, of the 4th Infantry Division, salute the flag June 4,... More
FORT BENNING, Ga. – Members of The Liberty Jump Team,
FORT BENNING, Ga. – Members of The Liberty Jump Team, a team of commemorative, veteran jumpers, parachute onto Fryar Drop Zone from "Placid Lassie," a restored World War II-era C-47 Skytrain, at Fort Benning, G... More
U.S. Army Soldiers parachute over the historic La Fiere
U.S. Army Soldiers parachute over the historic La Fiere drop zone near Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 7, 2015, to commemorate the 71st Anniversary of D-Day. More than 380 U.S. service members from E... More
A U.S. Air Force C-130J, assigned to the 37th Airlift
A U.S. Air Force C-130J, assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron, flys over the coast of Normandy to practice their manuauers in Northern France; June 3, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary of the D-Day invasion o... More
U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Jeremiah Cranford, Jumpmaster
U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Jeremiah Cranford, Jumpmaster for the 1-507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, reviews operation plan for the 75th Anniversary Airborne School jump with Retired U. S. Army Sgt. Butch ... 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 U.S. Army soldier from the 101st Airborne Division
A U.S. Army soldier from the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) renders honors June 4, 2015, during the playing of the U.S. national anthem while at a ceremony at the Rex Combs Memorial in the Normandy regio... More
George Shenkle, World War II veteran and former Soldier
George Shenkle, World War II veteran and former Soldier with the Easy Company, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, reacts as U.S. Army Soldiers parachute on to the historic La Fiere drop ... More
U.S Army paratroopers from the 982nd Combat Camera
U.S Army paratroopers from the 982nd Combat Camera Company wait to participate in a jump commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Airborne School, Lawson Army Airfield, Fort Benning, Ga., Aug. 15, 2015. The 1-... More
A French military re-enactor dressed as U.S. Army Soldiers
A French military re-enactor dressed as U.S. Army Soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) hoists the flag during a ceremony at the Currahee Memorial in Normandy, France, June 3, 2015. Over 380 s... 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
World War II veteran George Shenkle talks a French
World War II veteran George Shenkle talks a French civilian about his service during World War II at Chef Du Pont, Normandy, France, June 4, 2015. Over 380 service members from Europe and affiliated D-Day histo... More
Soldiers assigned to Joint Task Force D-Day 71 walk
Soldiers assigned to Joint Task Force D-Day 71 walk along the shore of Omaha Beach. Taking Omaha Beach was the responsibility of the U.S. 1st Army, 5th Corps, with sea transport provided by the U.S. Navy and el... More
Antoine and Alice Fernandez, dressed in vintage World
Antoine and Alice Fernandez, dressed in vintage World War II U.S. Army uniforms, attend a WWII commemoration ceremony in Sainte Laurent sur Mer, France, June 6, 2015. A formation of U.S. Army Soldiers from the ... More
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, 3rd Air Force
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, 3rd Air Force commander, presents a wreath during a World War II commemoration June 4, 2015, in Picauville, France. Picauville hosted the memorial commemoration to hono... More
Gravestones of fallen soldiers at the La Cambe German
Gravestones of fallen soldiers at the La Cambe German War Cemetery in the Normandy region of France, June 5, 2015. U.S. Army paratroopers from the 173rd Airborne Brigade along with more than 380 service members... More
Valerie Blandin, the Mayor of Gourbesville gives a
Valerie Blandin, the Mayor of Gourbesville gives a speech June 5, 2015, during a ceremony at the Crossroads Memorial site in the Normandy region of France in Gourbesville. U.S. Army Soldiers from the 82nd Airbo... More
On June 3, 2015, the town of Carentan, France, hosted
On June 3, 2015, the town of Carentan, France, hosted service members of the Joint Task Force D-Day 71. The day included a tour of the town hall and historic sites such as the Angoville Au Plain church where t... More
Re-enactors dressed in vintage World War II U.S. Army
Re-enactors dressed in vintage World War II U.S. Army uniforms, participate in a parade in Montebourg, France, June 4, 2015, en route to a World War II commemoration ceremony. U.S. forces helped liberate Monteb... More
U.S. Army jump master, airborne instructor at Fort
U.S. Army jump master, airborne instructor at Fort Benning Airborne School, assist in operations brief to the other jump masters at McCarthy Hall, Fort Benning, Ga., Aug. 14, 2015. The 1-507th Parachute Infantr... More
A Normandy local lowers a flag during a memorial ceremony
A Normandy local lowers a flag during 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 Eu... More
U.S. Air Force Chief of Tactics (left) John Robinson
U.S. Air Force Chief of Tactics (left) John Robinson and Senior Pilot Scott Torrico, 315th Airlift Plane Joint Base Charleston, operate a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft during the 75th Airborne School Anniversar... More
U.S. Army Soldiers of the 1-507th Parachute Infantry
U.S. Army Soldiers of the 1-507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, and other branches of service including U.S. Marines and U.S. Navy, wait to participate in the Sustained Airborne Training in preparation for the 7... More
French children let balloons soar into the sky to celebrate
French children let balloons soar into the sky to celebrate the service of the U.S. military during D-Day June 4, 2015, Normandy, France. More than 380 servicemembers from Europe and affiliated D-Day historical... More
A wreath of flowers is placed on the ground before
A wreath of flowers is placed on the ground before a memorial ceremony at Omaha Beach National Guard monument to pay respect to veterans who served during World War II June 5, 2015, Normandy, France. More than ... More
A group of paratroopers, assigned to the 173rd Airborne
A group of paratroopers, assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade, march down a road in front of French citizens after a Airborne jump near the village of Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 7, 2015. Over ... More
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Benjamin Wiesman, with Alpha Company,
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Benjamin Wiesman, with Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, conducts a Jumpmaster Personnel Inspection on U.S. Army Maj. Jim Hathaway's, with the Airborne & Rang... More
World War II Veteran Richard Yates signs a book for
World War II Veteran Richard Yates signs a book for a French civilian before a ceremony at Amfreville, Normandy, France; June 5, 2015. Over 380 service members from Europe and affiliated D-Day historical units ... More
French Army Maj. Thierry Lgbull, reads the history
French Army Maj. Thierry Lgbull, reads the history of the actions that paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division made to liberate the village of Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France; June 6, 2015. Over 380 ser... More
U.S. Army Pvt. William Ploeg, with the 982nd Combat
U.S. Army Pvt. William Ploeg, with the 982nd Combat Camera Company, East Point, Ga., receives his airborne wings, pinned by his mother Mindy Kaye Ploeg at Airborne Graduation at Ft. Benning, Ga., Aug. 14, 2015... More
FORT BENNING, Ga. – Members of The Liberty Jump Team,
FORT BENNING, Ga. – Members of The Liberty Jump Team, a team of commemorative, veteran jumpers, parachute onto Fryar Drop Zone from "Placid Lassie," a restored World War II-era C-47 Skytrain, at Fort Benning, G... More
German soldiers parachute over the historic La Fiere
German soldiers parachute over the historic La Fiere drop zone near Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 7, 2015, to commemorate the 71st Anniversary of D-Day. More than 380 U.S. service members from Euro... More
The West Celtic Pipes and Drum Corps from Normandy,
The West Celtic Pipes and Drum Corps from Normandy, France, pause as a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules from the 37th Airlift Squadron, approaches the historic La Fiere drop zone near Sainte Mere Eglise, No... More
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, 3rd Air Force
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, 3rd Air Force commander, salutes during a World War II commemoration June 4, 2015, in Picauville, France. Picauville hosted the memorial commemoration to honor the sacri... More
A priest gives a benediction at the Picauville 9th
A priest gives a benediction at the Picauville 9th Air Force monument June 4, 2015, Normandy, France. More than 380 service members from Europe and affiliated D-Day historical units are participating in the 71s... More
A U.S. Air Force C-130J, assigned to the 37th Airlift
A U.S. Air Force C-130J, assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron, flies over the coast of Normandy to practice their maneuvers in Northern France; June 3, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary of the D-Day invasion ... More
World War II Veterans Richard Yates and Ernie Lamson
World War II Veterans Richard Yates and Ernie Lamson embraces one another as fellow paratroopers before a ceremony at Amfreville, Normandy, France; June 5, 2015. Over 380 servicemembers from Europe and affiliat... More
"It's been humbling to be here; hearing the stories,
"It's been humbling to be here; hearing the stories, seeing the sights, especially Pointe du Hoc," said Spc. Jonathan Rhodes, with 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, after he paused to look out at Omaha Beach... More
A group of U.S. Army paratroopers, assigned to the
A group of U.S. Army paratroopers, assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, stands in formation during a ceremony honoring the paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division that liberated the village in Sainte Mere... More
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Kevin Foxworth, with Alpha
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Kevin Foxworth, with Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, conducts a Jumpmaster Personnel Inspection on U.S. Marine Sgt. Rolland Heagy, with the Marine Detac... More
Flowers were placed at the Rex Combs Memorial site
Flowers were placed at the Rex Combs Memorial site in the Normandy region during a ceremony in remembrance of the D-Day landings June 4, 2015. More than 380 service members from Europe and affiliated D-Day hist... More
German army soldiers stand at attention holding a memorial
German army soldiers stand at attention holding a memorial wreath during a ceremony at the La Cambe German War cemetery in the Normandy region of France, June 5, 2015. U.S. Army paratroopers from the 173rd Airb... More
U.S. service members, participants of the 75th Airborne
U.S. service members, participants of the 75th Airborne School Anniversary, take seats in the C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, at Fort Benning, Ga., Aug. 15, 2015. The 1-507th Parachute Infantry Regiment (PIR) Ba... More
U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Jeremiah Cranford, Jumpmaster
U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Jeremiah Cranford, Jumpmaster for the 1-507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, reviews operation plan for the 75th Anniversary Airborne School jump, with Retired U. S. Army Sgt. Butch ... More
Staff Sgt. Sean Rose, 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment,
Staff Sgt. Sean Rose, 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, listens to a presentation about the events that occurred at La Barquette Lock. On June 3, 2015, the town of Carentan, France, hosted service members of... More
Re-enactors of the Liberty Jump Team, out of Fort Worth,
Re-enactors of the Liberty Jump Team, out of Fort Worth, Texas, wait with U.S. Army Soldiers of the 1-507th Parachute Regiment, for the Sustained Airborne Training in preparation for the 75th Anniversary Airbor... 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
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kevin Foxworth, with Alpha Company,
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kevin Foxworth, with Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, calls chalk lines as the primary jump master at McCarthy Hall, Fort Benning, Ga., Aug. 14, 2015. The 1-... More
U.S. Army paratrooper Sgt. Tim Carpenter, center right,
U.S. Army paratrooper Sgt. Tim Carpenter, center right, assigned to the 3rd Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division, hands flowers to a local national June 5, 2015, during at a ceremony at the Crossroads Memorial site ... More
Paratroopers participating in an Airborne School anniversary
Paratroopers participating in an Airborne School anniversary celebration prepare to board a C-130 Hercules aircraft at Lawson Army Airfield, Fort Benning, Ga., Aug. 15, 2015. The 1-507th Parachute Infantry Regi... More
U.S. Army Soldiers march through Montebourg, France,
U.S. Army Soldiers march through Montebourg, France, June 4, 2015, en route to a World War II commemoration ceremony. U.S. forces helped liberate Montebourg from Nazi occupation in June 1944. American, French a... More
U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Charles Whittington, 29th Infantry
U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Charles Whittington, 29th Infantry Division commander, and a French translator, speak at a memorial ceremony at Omaha Beach National Guard monument to pay respect to veterans who served duri... More
U.S. Soldiers from the 82nd Airborne All-American Chorus
U.S. Soldiers from the 82nd Airborne All-American Chorus salute during a memorial ceremony for Pfc. Charles DeGlopper, a paratrooper who died on D-Day during World War II June 5, 2015, Normandy, France. More th... More
U.S. Army Soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division
U.S. Army Soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) salute the flag during a ceremony at the Currahee Memorial site in Normandy, France, June 3, 2015. Over 380 service members from Europe and affi... More
World War II veteran Bernard Dargols addresses the
World War II veteran Bernard Dargols addresses the audience during a WWII commemoration ceremony at Sainte Laurent sur Mer, France, June 5, 2015. Dargols is a French national who served with the U.S Army and to... 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
The names of those lost during the Battle of Graignes
The names of those lost during the Battle of Graignes are read off and a bell is rung in rememberence after each name is called. The worst misdrop on D-Day happened to the Soldiers of the 3rd Battalion, 507th P... 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
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kelly Davis (right), assigned
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kelly Davis (right), assigned to the 75th Ranger Regiment, is being Jump Master Parachute Inspection by Staff Sgt. Ricardo Chinchilla (left), assigned to Headquarters, Headquarters Company,... More
U.S. Army Sgt. Micheal Spandau congratulates Pvt. William
U.S. Army Sgt. Micheal Spandau congratulates Pvt. William Ploeg, with 982nd Combat Camera Company, East Point, Ga., on graduating Airborne School, at Ft. Benning, Ga., Aug. 14, 2015. Airborne wings are awarded ... More
FORT BENNING, Ga. – Members of The Liberty Jump Team,
FORT BENNING, Ga. – Members of The Liberty Jump Team, a team of commemorative, veteran jumpers, load onto "Placid Lassie," a restored World War II-era C-47 Skytrain, for a jump onto Fryar Drop Zone at Fort Benn... More
Three U.S. Air Force C-130Js, assigned to the 37th
Three U.S. Air Force C-130Js, assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron, flies toward the coast of Normandy to practice their maneuvers in Northern France; June 3, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary of the D-Day in... More
Multinational paratroopers parachute from a German
Multinational paratroopers parachute from a German Air Force C-160 transport aircraft over the historic La Fiere drop zone near Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 7, 2015, to commemorate the 71st Annive... More
U.S., French and German service members render honors
U.S., French and German service members render honors to fallen Sodiers and Airmen during a World War II commemoration June 4, 2015, in Picauville, France. Picauville hosted the memorial commemoration to honor ... More
Crew members of the Greatest Generation Aircraft, an
Crew members of the Greatest Generation Aircraft, an aviation company out of Fort Worth, Texas, ready a Douglas -DC3-C47 for Sustained Airborne Training in preparation for the 75th Anniversary Airborne School j... More
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. James Smith, assigned to the 1st
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. James Smith, assigned to the 1st Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), places a wreath at the memorial site of 1st Lt. Thomas Meehan III during a ceremo... More
U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Charles Whittington, Jr., 29th
U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Charles Whittington, Jr., 29th Infantry Division commanding general, addresses the audience during a WWII commemoration ceremony. More than 380 U.S. service members from Europe and affiliate... More
Paratroopers participating in an Airborne School anniversary
Paratroopers participating in an Airborne School anniversary celebration prepare to board a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft at Lawson Army Airfield, Fort Benning, Ga., Aug. 15, 2015. The 1-507th Parachute Infantr... More
"My purpose isn't to rewrite history but to relive
"My purpose isn't to rewrite history but to relive history, to give people tidbits of what happened here. Dramatic things happened and strong friendships were formed," said re-enactor Denis Van Denrin (center).... More
A U.S. Army paratrooper assigned to the 3rd Brigade,
A U.S. Army paratrooper assigned to the 3rd Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division, stands in formation June 5, 2015, during at a ceremony at the Crossroads Memorial site in the Normandy region of France in Gourbesvil... More
Brig. Gen. Theodore Roosevelt Jr., a Medal of Honor
Brig. Gen. Theodore Roosevelt Jr., a Medal of Honor recipient, is buried at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. The citation for his actions reads, “For gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his lif... More
U.S. Army Maj. Matthew Piosa with the Headquarters
U.S. Army Maj. Matthew Piosa with the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 75th Ranger Regiment, speaks at the Pointe Du Hoc Ranger memorial to pay respect to U.S. Army Rangers who served during World War II ... 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