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
U.S. Army paratroopers from the 173rd Airborne Brigade,
U.S. Army paratroopers from the 173rd Airborne Brigade, based out of Vicenza, Italy and Grafenwohr, Germany, render honors during a ceremony at the La Cambe German War Cemetery in the Normandy region of France,... More
French military veterans and U.S. Army Soldiers march
French military veterans and U.S. Army Soldiers march past Saint Jacques Church in Montebourg, France, June 4, 2015, en route to a World War II commemoration ceremony. U.S. forces helped liberate Montebourg fro... 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
U.S. Army Soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division
U.S. Army Soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), pose with Guy Lepretre, center, and Jean Pierre, center right, the builders of the memorial during a ceremony at the Currahee Memorial site in ... More
A World War II veteran salutes during "The Star-Spangled
A World War II veteran salutes during "The Star-Spangled Banner" during a ceremony at the Picauville 9th Air Force monument June 4, 2015, in Normandy, France. More than 380 service members from Europe and affil... More
Soldiers with the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological
Soldiers with the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (Airborne) pause and listen to a presentation about the events that occured at the La Barquette Locks during Operation Overlord. On... 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, reacts as U.S. Army Soldiers parachute over the historic La Fi... 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
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, 3rd Air Force
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, 3rd Air Force commander, greets a World War II veteran during a World War II commemoration June 4, 2015, in Picauville, France. Picauville hosted the memorial commemorat... 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
A statue depicting a Soldier dragging his fallen comrade
A statue depicting a Soldier dragging his fallen comrade on the beaches of Normandy is situated atop Omaha Beach. Taking Omaha Beach was the responsibility of the U.S. 1st Army, 5th Corps, with sea transport pr... 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
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. Army paratroopers parachute from a U.S. Air Force
U.S. Army paratroopers parachute from a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules, June 7, 2015, over the historic La Fiere drop zone near Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 7, 2015, to commemorate the 71st ... 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. Army Rangers salute during the U.S. flag at the
U.S. Army Rangers salute during the U.S. flag at the Pointe Du Hoc Ranger memorial June 5, 2015, Normandy, France. More than 380 service members from Europe and affiliated D-Day historical units are participati... More
Sgt. Austin Berner, a combat camera photographer with
Sgt. Austin Berner, a combat camera photographer with the 982nd Combat Camera, documents the Joint Task Force D-Day 71 staff ride at Pointe du Hoc. Pointe du Hoc is a 100-foot cliff overlooking the English Chan... More
U.S. Army paratroopers from the 173rd Airborne Brigade,
U.S. Army paratroopers from the 173rd Airborne Brigade, based out of Vicenza, Italy and Grafenwohr, Germany, prepare to render honors during a ceremony at the La Cambe German War Cemetery in the Normandy region... More
French World War II veterans and U.S. Army Soldiers
French World War II veterans and U.S. Army Soldiers march past Saint Jacques Church in Montebourg, France, June 4, 2015, en route to a World War II commemoration ceremony. U.S. forces helped liberate Montebourg... More
A father holds his daughter during a memorial ceremony
A father holds his daughter during a memorial ceremony at the Picauville 9th Air Force monument June 4, 2015, in Normandy, France. More than 380 service members from Europe and affiliated D-Day historical units... More
Normandy locals watch as U.S. Army Soldiers parachute
Normandy locals watch as 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.... 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
"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 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
Soldiers from the U.S. Army Europe Band watch as French
Soldiers from the U.S. Army Europe Band watch as French students release balloons following a memorial ceremony June 4, 2015, in Picauville, France. Picauville hosted the memorial commemoration to honor the sac... More
A U.S. flag waves behind a formation of service members
A U.S. flag waves behind a formation of service members during the Picauville 90th Infantry Division memorial ceremony for fallen U.S. Army veterans who died during World War II on June 5, 2015, Normandy, Franc... 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
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
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
U.S. Army paratroopers parachute over the historic
U.S. Army paratroopers 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 fr... 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
"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
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
A French girl, dressed in a U.S. Army 82nd Airborne
A French girl, dressed in a U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Division vintage World War II uniform, poses June 4, 2015, in front of a memorial dedicated to Airmen in the 9th Air Force’s Troop Carrier Command, and paratr... More
Alied service members stand at attention during the
Alied service members stand at attention during the Picauville 90th Infantry Division memorial ceremony for fallen U.S. Army veterans who died during World War II on June 5, 2015, Normandy, France. More than 38... More
The view from inside a bunker at Pointe du Hoc looking
The view from inside a bunker at Pointe du Hoc looking out toward the water. Pointe du Hoc is a 100-foot cliff overlooking the English Channel on the coast of Normandy, located between Utah and Omaha Beach. I... 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
"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
French children show their appreciation June 4, 2015,
French children show their appreciation June 4, 2015, for U.S. Army Soldiers as the service members march to a World War II commemoration ceremony. The U.S. Army helped liberate Montebourg from Nazi occupation ... 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
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
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 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. Army Staff Sgt. Stephen Edgerton, U.S. Army Europe
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Stephen Edgerton, U.S. Army Europe Band drum major, stands at attention as the USAREUR Band performs during a World War II commemoration June 4, 2015, in Picauville, France. Picauville host... More
A U.S. Army Soldier with the 4th Infantry Division
A U.S. Army Soldier with the 4th Infantry Division lays presents a wreath during a World War II commemoration ceremony in Montebourg, France, June 4, 2015. The U.S. Army helped liberate Montebourg from Nazi occ... More
Staff Sgt. Michael Mosley, U.S. Army Europe band trombonist,
Staff Sgt. Michael Mosley, U.S. Army Europe band trombonist, plays the "Star-Spangled Banner" during the Picauville 90th Infantry Division memorial ceremony for fallen U.S. Army veterans who died during World W... 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, watches as a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules from the 37th Airlift ... 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
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
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 assigned to the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and
Soldiers assigned to the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (Airborne) listen to a presentation about the events that unfolded at Pointe du Hoc. Pointe du Hoc is a 100-foot cliff over... 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. 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
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
Georgle Kline, U.S. Army 2nd Ranger Battalion D-Day
Georgle Kline, U.S. Army 2nd Ranger Battalion D-Day veteran and Allied leaders, lay wreathes at the Pointe Du Hoc Ranger Monument to pay respect to U.S. Army Rangers who served during World War II June 5, 2015,... More
Pointe du Hoc is a 100-foot cliff overlooking the English
Pointe du Hoc is a 100-foot cliff overlooking the English Channel on the coast of Normandy, located between Utah and Omaha Beach. It was a German observation point fortified with concrete casements and gun pit... 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 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
A U.S. Army Staff Sgt T Ottinger, 346th Psychological
A U.S. Army Staff Sgt T Ottinger, 346th Psychological Operations Company (Airborne), presents arms during a World War II commemoration ceremony in Montebourg, France, June 4, 2015. The U.S. Army helped liberate... More
German paratroopers stand in formation as Soldiers
German paratroopers stand in formation as Soldiers in the U.S. Army Europe Band performs at a World War II commemoration ceremony June 4, 2015, in Picauville, France. Picauville hosted the memorial commemoratio... 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
Normandy locals gather before a memorial ceremony for
Normandy locals gather before a memorial ceremony for fallen veterans who died on Utah beach during World War II on June 5, 2015, Normandy, France. More than 380 service members from Europe and affiliated 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), takes a photo of a World War II era ambulance. On June 3, 2015, the town of C... 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
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
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
"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 Staff Jeff Neff, U.S. Army Civil Affairs
A U.S. Army Staff Jeff Neff, U.S. Army Civil Affairs Psychological Operations Command, presents the Army’s flag during a World War II commemoration ceremony in Montebourg, France, June 4, 2015. The U.S. Army he... 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
Allied service members march down a street for fallen
Allied service members march down a street for fallen World War II veterans who died on D-Day June 5, 2015, Normandy, France. More than 380 service members from Europe and affiliated D-Day historical units are ... 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
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
Georgle Kline, U.S. Army 2nd Ranger Battalion D-Day
Georgle Kline, U.S. Army 2nd Ranger Battalion D-Day veteran, signs a license plate at the Pointe Du Hoc Ranger Monument June 5, 2015, Normandy, France. More than 380 service members from Europe and affiliated D... 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
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 group of German and French paratroopers jumps out
A group of German and French paratroopers jumps out of a German C-160 Aircraft on Iron Mike Drop Zone near the village of Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 7, 2015. Over 380 service members from Europe... More
U.S. Army Soldiers attend a World War II commemoration
U.S. Army Soldiers attend a World War II commemoration ceremony in Montebourg, France, June 4, 2015. U.S. forces helped liberate Montebourg from Nazi occupation in June 1944. American, French and German soldier... More
A Soldier with the 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team
A Soldier with the 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne) takes notes during a tour of the church and cemetery at Angoville Au Plain. On June 3, 2015, the town of Carentan, France, hosted service members... 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 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
A group of paratroopers, assigned to the 507th Parachute
A group of paratroopers, assigned to the 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, present the Colors as members of the Color Guard during a ceremony honoring the 507th Parachute Infantry Regim... More
Allied service members and Normandy locals gather to
Allied service members and Normandy locals gather to commemorate U.S. Army veterans who died on D-Day during World War II on June 5, 2015, Normandy, France. More than 380 service members from Europe and affilia... More
Pointe du Hoc is a 100-foot cliff overlooking the English
Pointe du Hoc is a 100-foot cliff overlooking the English Channel on the coast of Normandy, located between Utah and Omaha Beach. It was a German observation point fortified with concrete casements and gun pits... More
U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Brian Winski, deputy commnading
U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Brian Winski, deputy commnading general of the 82nd Airborne Division, speaks during a ceremony honoring the paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division that liberated the village in Sainte ... 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 Point Du Hoc to practice their maneuvers in Normandy, France; June 3, 2015. This is the 71st Anniversary of the D-Day invasion of Norma... 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 Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, 3rd Air Force
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, 3rd Air Force commander, greets U.S. Marine Corps, Staff Sgt. Edwin Francois, Special Operations Command Europe, before speaking at a World War II commemoration June 4, ... More
A group of German and French paratroopers jumps out
A group of German and French paratroopers jumps out of a German C-160 Aircraft on the Iron Mike Drop Zone near the village of Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy, France, June 7, 2015. Over 380 service members from Eu... More
Pointe du Hoc is a 100-foot cliff overlooking the English
Pointe du Hoc is a 100-foot cliff overlooking the English Channel on the coast of Normandy, located between Utah and Omaha Beach. It was a German observation point fortified with concrete casements and gun pits... More
U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Brian Winski, deputy commnading
U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Brian Winski, deputy commnading general of the 82nd Airborne Division, speaks during a ceremony honoring the paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division that liberated the village in Sainte ... More