Preparations for the second Otranto funeral at Kilchoman, Islay, Scotl...
Title, date and notes from Red Cross caption card. Group title: Otranto Disaster, England. On caption card: D-213. On caption card: 17 October 1918, 15 November, date received. Gift; American National Red Cross... 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
U.S. Air Force Gen. Philip M. Breedlove, commander,
U.S. Air Force Gen. Philip M. Breedlove, commander, U.S. European Command and NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe, visits with World War II veterans at a paratrooper drop at Iron Mike memorial here, June 8, 20... 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
A group of U.S. Army Rangers, assigned to the 2nd Ranger
A group of U.S. Army Rangers, assigned to the 2nd Ranger Battalion, hold the American Flag in front of the memorial at Point Du Hoc, Normandy, France; June 2, 2015. The 2nd Ranger Battalion was the unit who too... 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
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
Paintings of German soldiers before World War II are
Paintings of German soldiers before World War II are displayed on the walls of Franquetot's castle here, June 7, 2014. Franquetot's castle was once occupied by German soldiers and later by American pilots after... 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
A World War II veteran stands in an audience of more
A World War II veteran stands in an audience of more than 14,000 during a ceremony to honor World War II veterans as part of the 70th anniversary of D-Day at the American Cemetery here, June 6, 2014. The event ... More
World War II reenactors sit on a tank to listen to
World War II reenactors sit on a tank to listen to U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Tom Jones, United States Air Forces Europe, Air Forces Africa vice commander, speak to the town of Picauville, France, during a ceremon... More
Maj. Gen. John R. O’Connor, the commanding general
Maj. Gen. John R. O’Connor, the commanding general of the 21st Theater Sustainment Command, speaks to guests of the Luxembourg American Cemetery and Memorial during a Veterans Day ceremony here Nov. 11. O’Conno... More
Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper and his wife, Leah,
Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper and his wife, Leah, participate in a wreath-laying ceremony with Larry A. Adkinson, Superintendent of the Pacific, American Monuments Commission, and Tracey Betts, Veterans Affai... 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
President Barack Obama speaks to an audience of more
President Barack Obama speaks to an audience of more than 14,000 during a ceremony to honor World War II veterans as part of the 70th anniversary of D-Day at the American Cemetery here, June 6, 2014. The event ... 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
A group of U.S. Army Rangers, assigned to the 2nd Ranger
A group of U.S. Army Rangers, assigned to the 2nd Ranger Battalion, fold the American Flag in front of the memorial at Point Du Hoc, Normandy, France; June 2, 2015. The 2nd Ranger Battalion was the unit who too... More
German soldiers play instruments as they march to a
German soldiers play instruments as they march to a ceremony to remember veterans of World War II on the 70th anniversary of D-Day, here, June 6, 2014. The event was one of several commemorations of the 70th an... More
Names of American pilots are shown, untouched since
Names of American pilots are shown, untouched since World War II on a door in the Franquetot's castle here, June 7, 2014. Franquetot's castle was once occupied by German soldiers and later by American pilots af... 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
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. Air Force Gen. Philip M. Breedlove, commander,
U.S. Air Force Gen. Philip M. Breedlove, commander, U.S. European Command and NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe, visits with World War II veterans at a paratrooper drop at Iron Mike memorial here, June 8, 20... More
Maj. Gen. John R. O’Connor, the commanding general
Maj. Gen. John R. O’Connor, the commanding general of the 21st Theater Sustainment Command, renders honors during the playing of Taps during a Veterans Day ceremony at the Luxembourg American Cemetery and Memor... More
Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper and his wife, Leah,
Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper and his wife, Leah, participate wreath-laying ceremony at the American Cemetary, Manila Philippines, Nov. 19, 2019. (DoD photo by Army Staff Sgt. Nicole Mejia)
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
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. Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrick X. Mordente, 86th
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrick X. Mordente, 86th Airlift Wing commander, speaks with Odette Ionckheere and her son Patrick, Coigny residents, at the Franquetot's castle here, June 7, 2014. Odette shared her ... More
U.S. Air Force Gen. Philip M. Breedlove, Commander,
U.S. Air Force Gen. Philip M. Breedlove, Commander, U.S. European Command and NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe, visits with World War II veterans at a paratrooper drop at Iron Mike memorial here, June 8, 20... More
A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules flies over a
A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules flies over a formation of U.S. Army paratroopers as they march to a ceremony to remember veterans of World War II on the 70th anniversary of D-Day, here, June 6, 2014. The... More
A 21-gun salute filled the sky as taps played overhead
A 21-gun salute filled the sky as taps played overhead during the D-Day commemoration ceremony at the American Cemetery here, June 6, 2014. The event was one of several commemorations of the 70th anniversary of... 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
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
Honor Guard Airmen from the 52nd Fighter Wing out of
Honor Guard Airmen from the 52nd Fighter Wing out of Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, render a salute during the playing of taps as a part of a Veterans Day ceremony at the Luxembourg American Cemetery and Memori... More
A tribute carved in stone and dedicated to the U.S.
A tribute carved in stone and dedicated to the U.S. Army Rangers who captured Point Du Hoc rests on top of the cliffs they climbed at Point Du Hoc, Normandy, France; June 2, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary o... More
Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper and his wife, Leah,
Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper and his wife, Leah, participate in a wreath-laying ceremony with Larry A. Adkinson, Superintendent of the Pacific, American Monuments Commission, and Tracey Betts, Veterans Affai... 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
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
A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules flies over a
A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules flies over a formation of U.S. Air Force Airmen as they march to a ceremony to remember veterans of World War II on the 70th anniversary of D-Day, here, June 6, 2014. The ... More
World War II Veteran Ernie Lamson signs a book for
World War II Veteran Ernie Lamson 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 a... More
Two World War II veterans meet for the first time after
Two World War II veterans meet for the first time after 70 years before the paratrooper drop at Iron Mike memorial here, June 8, 2014. More than 600 U.S., German, Dutch and French service members jumped to hono... More
Geoffroy Francis, 83, French Army World War II veteran,
Geoffroy Francis, 83, French Army World War II veteran, grasp an old photo and his medals from WWII during a ceremony at the Franquetot's castle here, June 7, 2014. The ceremony was held to dedicate a plaque to... More
The skies roared as F-15 Eagles from the 48th Fighter
The skies roared as F-15 Eagles from the 48th Fighter Wing, RAF Lakenheath, did a flyover during the D-Day commemoration ceremony held to honor World War II veterans at the American Cemetery here, June 6, 2014.... 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
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
German barbe wire sits on top of the cliffs of Point
German barbe wire sits on top of the cliffs of Point Du Hoc that was apart of the Nazis defenses that now sits as a reminder of the battle of Point Du Hoc, Normandy, France; June 2, 2015. This is the 71st Anniv... More
A group of U.S. Army paratroopers jumps out of a U.S.
A group of U.S. Army paratroopers jumps out of a U.S. Air Force C-130J over Iron Mike Drop Zone near the village of Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 7, 2015. Over 380 service members from Europe and a... 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 in formation over the terrain of Normandy to practice their maneuvers in Northern France; June 3, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary of... More
U.S. Air Force Airmen march during a ceremony in the
U.S. Air Force Airmen march during a ceremony in the town of Picauville, France, on the 70th anniversary of D-Day, June 6, 2014. The event was one of several commemorations of the 70th anniversary of D-Day oper... More
Eric Sissons, Royal Air Force World War II veteran,
Eric Sissons, Royal Air Force World War II veteran, tells his story to Brig. Gen. Patrick X. Mordente, 86th Airlift Wing commander, during a ceremony at the Franquetot's castle here, June 7, 2014. Sissons lande... More
Paratroopers jump onto the Iron Mike drop zone here,
Paratroopers jump onto the Iron Mike drop zone here, June 8, 2014. More than 600 U.S., German, Dutch and French service members jumped to honor the paratroopers that jumped into Normandy on D-Day. The event was... More
The French mayor of Hemevez speaks during a ceremony
The French mayor of Hemevez speaks during a ceremony honoring paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division at Hemevez, Normandy, France, June 4, 2015. Over 380 service members from Europe and affiliated D-Day his... More
World War II Veteran Joe Glawson signs an American
World War II Veteran Joe Glawson signs an American Flag for a French civilian before a ceremony at Amfreville, Normandy, France; June 5, 2015. Over 380 servicemembers from Europe and affiliated D-Day historical... More
The skies roared as F-15 Eagles from the 48th Fighter
The skies roared as F-15 Eagles from the 48th Fighter Wing, RAF Lakenheath, did a flyover during the D-Day commemoration ceremony held to honor World War II veterans at the American Cemetery here, June 6, 2014.... 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
U.S. Army Sgt. Aaron Dawson and Spc. Richard La Compte,
U.S. Army Sgt. Aaron Dawson and Spc. Richard La Compte, assigned to Echo Company, 1st Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, are being promoted at the Army Ranger memorial at Point Du Hoc, Normandy Franc... 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 in formation over the terrain of Normandy to practice their maneuvers in Northern France; June 3, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary of... More
A group of U.S. Army paratroopers jumps out of a U.S.
A group of U.S. Army paratroopers jumps out of a U.S. Air Force C-130J over Iron Mike Drop Zone near the village of Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 7, 2015. Over 380 service members from Europe and a... More
U.S. Air Force Airmen salute as the national anthems
U.S. Air Force Airmen salute as the national anthems of America and France are played during a ceremony in the town of Picauville, France, on the 70th anniversary of D-Day, June 6, 2014. The event was one of se... More
An original World War II parachute covers a plaque
An original World War II parachute covers a plaque at the Franquetot’s castle here, June 7, 2014. The ceremony was held to dedicate a plaque to memorialize pilots of the 358th Fighter Group who helped liberat... 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
The French Mayor of Amfreville reads a speech during
The French Mayor of Amfreville reads a speech during a ceremony honoring the 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division at Amfreville, Normandy, France; June 5, 2015. Over 380 service members fro... 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
Airman 1st Class Tristan Geray, left, 37th Airlift
Airman 1st Class Tristan Geray, left, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, points out the grave of an unknown soldier to Capt. Jeff Broffman, 37th AS pilot, after a ceremony to honor World War II veterans as part ... More
Paratroopers jump onto the Iron Mike drop zone here,
Paratroopers jump onto the Iron Mike drop zone here, June 8, 2014. More than 600 U.S., German, Dutch and French service members jumped to honor the paratroopers that jumped into Normandy on D-Day. The event was... More
U.S. Army Sgt. Aaron Dawson and Spc. Richard La Compte,
U.S. Army Sgt. Aaron Dawson and Spc. Richard La Compte, assigned to Echo Company, 1st Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, stand in front of the Army Ranger memorial after being promoted at Point Du Ho... 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
A group of U.S. Army paratroopers jumps out of a U.S.
A group of U.S. Army paratroopers jumps out of a U.S. Air Force C-130J over Iron Mike Drop Zone near the village of Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 7, 2015. Over 380 service members from Europe and a... More
A World War II veteran walks through the American Cemetery
A World War II veteran walks through the American Cemetery in Normandy, France, after a ceremony to honor World War II veterans as part of the 70th anniversary of D-Day, June 6, 2014. The event was one of sever... More
The French Mayor of Amfreville and a French civilian
The French Mayor of Amfreville and a French civilian place a wreath at a monument during a ceremony honoring the 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division at Amfreville, Normandy, France; June 5... More
A group of French school children hand wreaths to military
A group of French school children hand wreaths to military serivemembers from America, France, Netherlands, and Germany during a ceremony honoring the paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division that liberated t... More
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrick X. Mordente, 86th
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrick X. Mordente, 86th Airlift Wing commander, stands in front of a memorial at the Franquetot's castle here, June 7, 2014. The memorial plaque was dedicated to pilots of the 358th ... More
The French mayor of Hemevez shakes the hands of French
The French mayor of Hemevez shakes the hands of French veterans during a ceremony honoring paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division at Hemevez, Normandy, France, June 4, 2015. Over 380 service members from Eu... More
A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules flies over Iron
A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules flies over Iron Mike memorial dropping paratroopers here, June 8, 2014. More than 600 U.S., German, Dutch and French service members jumped to honor the paratroopers that ... More
World War II veterans salute as they are honored during
World War II veterans salute as they are honored during a ceremony in the town of Picauville, France, on the 70th anniversary of D-Day, June 6, 2014. The event was one of several commemorations of the 70th anni... More
A group of U.S. Army Rangers, assigned to the 5th Ranger
A group of U.S. Army Rangers, assigned to the 5th Ranger Training Battalion, stand in front of the memorial at Point Du Hoc, Normandy, France; June 2, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary of the D-Day invasion of... More
A group of German and French paratroopers descends
A group of German and French paratroopers descends onto 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-Day hist... 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 toward the coast of Normandy to practice their maneuvers in Northern France; June 3, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary of the D-Day invasio... More
A group of French Veterans present the Colors as members
A group of French Veterans present the Colors as members of the Color Guard during a ceremony at Amfreville, Normandy, France; June 5, 2015. Over 380 service members from Europe and affiliated D-Day historical ... More
A Paratrooper jumps onto the Iron Mike drop zone here,
A Paratrooper jumps onto the Iron Mike drop zone here, June 8, 2014. More than 600 U.S., German, Dutch and French service members jumped to honor the paratroopers that jumped into Normandy on D-Day. The event w... More
A group of American, German, Dutch, and French officials
A group of American, German, Dutch, and French officials carry wreaths up to a monument during a ceremony honoring the paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division that liberated the village in Sainte Mere Eglise... More
U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Frank Batten III,
U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Frank Batten III, 86th Airlift Wing commander chief, stands in front of a memorial at the Franquetot's castle here, June 7, 2014. The memorial plaque was dedicated to pilots of ... More
U.S. Army Maj. Rusty Topf, assigned to 4th Brigade,
U.S. Army Maj. Rusty Topf, assigned to 4th Brigade, 25th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), and German army officers shakes the hands of French veterans during a ceremony honoring the 82nd Airborne Divisi... More
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Tom Jones, United States Air
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Tom Jones, United States Air Forces Europe, Air Forces Africa vice commander, stands with German and French soldiers before laying a wreath on a monument to veterans of World War II here... More
A tribute carved in stone and dedicated to the U.S.
A tribute carved in stone and dedicated to the U.S. Army Rangers who captured Point Du Hoc rests on top of the cliffs they climbed at Point Du Hoc, Normandy, France; June 2, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary o... 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 terrain of Normandy to practice their maneuvers in Northern France; June 3, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary of the D-Day invasio... More
A group of German and French paratroopers descends
A group of German and French paratroopers descends onto 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-Day hist... More
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Tom Jones, United States Air
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Tom Jones, United States Air Forces Europe, Air Forces Africa vice commander, speaks to the town of Picauville, France, during a ceremony to remember veterans of World War II on the 70th... More
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrick X. Mordente (left),
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrick X. Mordente (left), 86th Airlift Wing commander, unveils a plaque with the mayor of Coigny at the Franquetot's castle here, June 7, 2014. The memorial plaque was dedicated to p... More
U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Brian Winski, deputy commanding
U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Brian Winski, deputy commanding general of the 82nd Airborne Division, speaks during a ceremony honoring the 82nd Airborne Division at Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 4, 2015. Ov... More
A group of American, German, Dutch, and French officials
A group of American, German, Dutch, and French officials salute a monument during a ceremony honoring the paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division that liberated the village in Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, F... More
U.S. Army Sgt. Nicole Daley, assigned to the United
U.S. Army Sgt. Nicole Daley, assigned to the United States Army Europe Band, plays taps on her trumpet a ceremony honoring the 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, during a ceremony at Amf... More
Paratroopers jump onto the Iron Mike drop zone here,
Paratroopers jump onto the Iron Mike drop zone here, June 8, 2014. More than 600 U.S., German, Dutch and French service members jumped to honor the paratroopers that jumped into Normandy on D-Day. The event was... More
The opening of a Nazis observation bunker that looks
The opening of a Nazis observation bunker that looks out into the English Channel that now sits as a remembrance on top of Point Du Hoc, Normandy, France; June 2, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary of the D-Day... 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 American Cemetery near Omaha Beach to practice their manuauers in Normandy, France; June 3, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary of t... More
A group of German paratroopers descends onto Iron Mike
A group of German paratroopers descends onto 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-Day historical unit... More
U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Brian Winski, deputy commanding
U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Brian Winski, deputy commanding general of the 82nd Airborne Division, stands in front of a memorial during a ceremony honoring the 82nd Airborne Division at Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, F... More
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Tom Jones, United States Air
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Tom Jones, United States Air Forces Europe, Air Forces Africa vice commander, speaks to the town of Picauville, France, during a ceremony to remember veterans of World War II on the 70th... More
A group of U.S. Army Soldiers, assigned to the United
A group of U.S. Army Soldiers, assigned to the United States Army Europe Band, plays their instruments during a ceremony honoring the 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, during a ceremony... More