The National D-Day Memorial | History Travel Advice
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- čas přidán 25. 06. 2024
- Join us on a journey to the heart of history as we explore the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford, Virginia. In this captivating video, we delve into the heroic actions of the Bedford Boys and the significance of the D-Day operations during World War II.
🇺🇸 The Bedford Boys: 🇺🇸
Discover the incredible and honorable story of the Bedford Boys, a group of young men from Bedford, Virginia, who left the comfort of their small town to serve their country during World War II. Their sacrifices and bravery exemplify the spirit of heroism that defined a generation.
🌟 National D-Day Memorial: 🌟
We'll take you through the breathtaking National D-Day Memorial, a tribute to the 2,499 American soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice on June 6, 1944, during the Normandy landings. The memorial's stunning architecture and serene surroundings provide a fitting backdrop for commemorating the events of that fateful day.
🎥 What to Expect: 🎥
A tour of the National D-Day Memorial's beautiful grounds.
A historical overview of the D-Day operations and its significance.
Personal stories and testimonies about the Bedford Boys.
A moving tribute to the heroes who fought for freedom.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a patriot, or just someone seeking to pay respects to the heroes of the past, this video is a must-watch. Don't miss this opportunity to honor the bravery and sacrifice of the Bedford Boys and the countless others who served on D-Day. Like, share, and subscribe to our channel for more inspiring content!
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Intro: 0:00
WWII: 0:05
National D-Day Memorial: 1:14
D-Day beach landings: 3:52
Normandy beach landing: 5:02
Why Bedford, Virginia: 6:00
Dwight Eisenhower and D-Day: 7:44
Allies at D-Day: 9:53
Bedford Boys monument: 11:10
Honoring the fallen: 12:56
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Superbly done!
Canadian here. My generation was taught to show the utmost respect towards veterans and to not take the freedom we have for granted. Thank you for your service.
Thank you 😊
To many have forgotten that freedom cost thank you for helping us to remember the cost
We will Never forget and always take the time to honor. Thank you for watching.
Remembering my Dad and all his brothers in arms who were there in the thick of it all.
Never forget. They are the Greatest Generation. ♥️🇺🇸🤘
It shows us what free men will do rather than be slaves. Bless them.
To be able to fight for a way of life is freedom. Thank you will never be enough.
Veterans Day 2023 : Thank you for your service, Jen! My wife and I visited this venue in the spring of 2022. Outstanding video! Bill (USMC : 1986-1990)
Thank you! It is an amazing memorial
Great video Jenn & Scott. Back in June this year my wife & I had the pleasure of being in Normandy & visiting the beaches of Omaha & Utah , St Mere Eglise , the American Cemetry & also visited some of the Band of Brothers sites. So greatful to have the opportunity to pay our respect to all that fought on D Day. Lest We Forget.
Never forget. That must have been an incredible experience. We must do that someday too. ♥️🤘🇺🇸
Thank you for this moving video. God bless these men. I can’t imagine their feelings on the landing at Omaha beach. So many young fine men lost so quickly. So many families impacted. So horrible for the Bedford community upon hear the news of losing their loved ones.
These statues and depictions remind us of the horrors of that day. So well done.
As you state, we will remember them!
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Such a profound sense of sadness, yet an equally profound sense of pride. The sacrifices made need to be remembered as long as earth remains.
Never forget and honor their sacrifice! We are a great nation today because of what they did yesterday.
My High School English teacher (Jefferson High) was Sargent 'BoB' Slaughter the person whose decades long efforts lead to the D-Day memorial..... He hit the Beach that morning........
Wow! That is quite the legacy.
Outstanding video. This one has to be the best. Outstanding production. Going to say it again
Thank you, Jenn & Scott, for your service.
Our pleasure! We love seeing your comment. 😁
A simply outstanding production. Thank you so much for sharing.
Thank you for watching. We appreciate all the support.
Thanks for sharing this. Definitely need to visit this place one of these days.
We had no idea it was going to be what it is and really one of the most moving pieces I have ever seen. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!
I’m speechless and that is very hard for me to be. I was emotionally moved watching this video. TY both. Cheers y’all.
Thank you...this was such and honor to visit and to share with everyone. 😊
I wish I had known about this memorial while I was stationed in Norfolk on USS Wasp LHD 1. I retired in 2003 and left Virginia for good.
It seems to be lesser known but hopefully we can help get the word out!
🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 thank you for your service and historical information
Thank you for watching.
Thank you !
Thank you for watching
I love how Bedford has veterans pictures that have served in war on the lamp posts of the town. It is a very pro military town and has been ever since the Revolutionary War. This began to take hold after Saving Private Ryan came out. Neither Steven Spielberg nor Tom Hanks could believe that we did not have a D Day Memorial. Both men gave more than a million dollars each to help get the ball rolling, as it were.
So happy they helped get this built
Great video Jen and Scott! It is definitely on my list of places to visit!
Thank you for watching. I was blown away how amazing it was and so honored to make a video from there.
@@WalkwithHistory You're welcome.
This is a good video but better then that is for me to THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. Young lady !!!!!!!! FRANK FROM MONTANA.....
It will always be my honor to serve my country. Thank you for watching.
@@WalkwithHistory I will always watch young lady , I didn't think you would read let alone answer my comment , I had an Uncle who when the Higgins droped the machine guns from the Nazi got him in the front of his body and broke his spine lucky for him he never made it out of the Higgins at 19 years old he was in a wheel chair the rest of his life !!! Had he fell into the water he would have died from drowning , I love what you do keep it up young lady. This is the 2 nd video about WW2 this week that has made me cry. ( and I'm 69 years old ) remember my handle , cause I will always watch and like your work ,,, THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA !!!!
@@frankmarullo228 Thank you for sharing those touching words...it means so much to us. 😊
I was lucky enough to know a D Day veteran who was sharp as a tack until the day he passed recently. He was 99. He loved to share his stories of D Day and his WW ll service. I’ve got most of them recorded. Some are exciting some tragic as he talked about watching friends die. He used to ask me every June 6 what day it was. I’d love to share his stories but a lot are raw and pretty graphic. I had them converted to dvd. I’d love to share them but I want to respect his memory. He has no family that I can ask. What do you think I should do Jenn?
That is awesome. Most states have a WWII Oral History Project where the collect the stories of WWII veterans. If you know his state of residence I would look it up and see if you can send it to them. Good Luck! That is important history that must be preserved.
You should come to Normandy at the American cemetery in Colleville (just behind Omaha beach)
I will be there in June!!! For the 80th anniversary