On June 6, 1944 the United States military participated in the largest multinational amphibious landing and operational military airdrop in history. This assault led to France’s liberation from the German military and the eventual defeat of the Nazis. By the end of the D-Day invasion, more than 9,000 allied troops were dead or wounded.
U.S. military equipment and personnel will represent the United States at this year's D-Day 74th commemoration events, 30 May - 7 Jun 2018. U.S. Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines from units across Europe and the United States are scheduled to attend. Participation in this premier event highlights the strength of the U.S. commitment to the security of Europe.
This feature page highlights U.S. Forces participation in activities in the Normandy region of France June 1-9, 2019 to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the allied invasion. Download and share video, stills, and stories to honor the service and sacrifice of the Greatest Generation during WWII.
Together We Remember This page features content to highlight the U.S. Forces commemoration of the 76th Anniversary of D-Day and our enduring partnership with France. Download and share video, stills, and stories to honor and reflect on all who made the ultimate sacrifice that day.
U.S. military equipment and personnel will represent the United States at this year's D-Day 72nd commemoration events, May 31 - June 6, 2016. Approximately 350 paratroopers and support personal from units in Europe and the United States are scheduled to attend. U.S. military personnel participating in the commemoration will include Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines. Participation in this...
The 10th Mountain Division commemorates the hardships and trials the original 10th Mountain Soldiers endured to prepare for combat by hosting an annual winter competition. The name “D Series” refers to the culminating winter training event that the Soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division went through in March-April 1944 to prepare for combat in the mountains of Italy. World War 2 10th...
Dacian Viper is a bilateral training exercise. An 8-ship contingent of F-16s from the 187th Fighter Wing, Alabama Air National Guard, will participate in this bilateral training event to enhance interoperability with Romania and readiness to conduct combined air operations.
HQ USACID hosts “VCA Symposium” on 7-9 MAY 2024. This event will be at the Mark Center 4825 Mark Center Dr., Alexandria, VA 22311 to address trauma, abuse, and violence, while emphasizing people, readiness, and modernization.