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National D-Day Memorial, Bedford, VA

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National D-Day Memorial

A Bedford, Virginia war memorial honoring Allied forces who fought in the 1944 D-Day invasion of Normandy.

3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA 24523 · Bedford, VA

About National D-Day Memorial

The National D-Day Memorial in Bedford, Virginia, is a war memorial that serves as the national memorial for American D-Day veterans. Its scope reaches beyond the United States, recognizing Allied forces who took part in the June 6, 1944 invasion of Normandy, France. The memorial's website highlights shared stories of courage and sacrifice, a Necrology Project, artifact collections, virtual tours, school programs, and a Gold Star Families Memorial. Visitors can also explore its Ridgway-Deming Walking Trail and the Higgins boat display. The memorial marked its 25th anniversary in recent years.

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  • #World War II
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