Today we remember WWII Staff Sgt. Albert L. Natkin buried at Cambridge American Cemetery. 🇺🇸🇬🇧 Natkin was awarded the Air Medal with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters. Cambridge American Cemetery is one of 26 ABMC cemeteries worldwide. It contains the remains of nearly 4,000 of our war dead. Over 5,000 names are recorded on the Walls of the Missing — rosettes mark the names of those since recovered and identified. Most died in the Battle of the Atlantic or in the strategic air bombardment of northwest Europe. We remember their service and sacrifice.

On June 6, 1944, more than 150,000 Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy. More than 10,000 American fallen are commemorated at Normandy American Cemetery, many of whom lost their lives in the D-Day landings and ensuing operations. They never came home but they continue to be remembered and honored every day.

📸 WWII veterans visit Brittany American Cemetery for the anniversary of D-Day. Brittany American Cemetery is located on the site of the temporary American St. James Cemetery, established on August 4, 1944, by the U.S. Third Army. It marks the point where the American forces made their breakthrough from the hedgerow country of Normandy into the plains of Brittany during the offensive around Avranches, France. Most of those buried and memorialized here lost their lives in the Normandy and Brittany Campaigns of 1944.

On June 6, 1944, more than 150,000 Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy. More than 10,000 American fallen are commemorated at Normandy American Cemetery, many of whom lost their lives in the D-Day landings and ensuing operations. They never came home but they continue to be remembered and honored every day.

On June 6, ABMC joined service members from the Britannia Royal Naval College and Dartmouth Sea Cadets, veterans, and community members in Dartmouth, England, to commemorate the 82nd anniversary of the D-Day landings. The annual ceremony began along Dartmouth’s historic harbor before continuing to Dartmouth Monument, where prayers were offered and wreaths laid in honor of the Allied service members who fought for freedom on June 6, 1944. Dartmouth played a vital role in the preparations for the Normandy landings, making it a fitting place to reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and enduring legacy of D-Day. On June 3, 1944, an amphibious force of 485 @RoyalNavy and @USNavy vessels departed from the town to take part in the Allied invasion of Normandy. Learn more about Dartmouth Monument: abmc.gov/cemeteries-memorial… @DartmouthBRNC | @USAinUK

The American Battle Monuments Commission offers a range of digital resources to honor America’s fallen service members and share their stories with the world: • ABMC.gov to learn about our mission, our cemeteries and memorials, and the servicemen and women honored overseas. 👉 abmc.gov • We Remember, a directory to search those service members commemorated at ABMC's overseas cemeteries and memorials. 👉 weremember.abmc.gov • We Preserve, an online catalog that offers access to the rich and diverse collections preserved within ABMC. 👉 wepreserve.abmc.gov • WWII Registry, honoring the 16 million who served in the U.S. armed forces, the more than 400,000 who died, and all who supported the war effort from home. 👉 wwiiregistry.abmc.gov Explore them, and together, let's remember the service and sacrifice of our fallen heroes.️ 🙏

In 250 years of American history, what would you say were the most significant days? D-Day was more than a battle. It was a turning point in history. 82 years later, we still honor the courage and sacrifice of those who stormed the beach of Normandy in defense of freedom.

“The eyes of the world are upon you... We will accept nothing less than full victory.” On June 6, 1944, Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower delivered those words ahead of the Allied invasion of Normandy — a mission carried out at tremendous cost. 82 years after D-Day, we pause to honor the brave American and Allied service members who faced impossible odds and helped secure freedom for generations to come. In 2019, President Donald J. Trump paid tribute to their sacrifice at ABMC's Normandy American Cemetery: “They were the citizens of free and independent nations, united by their duty to their compatriots and to millions yet unborn. May God bless our great veterans. May God bless our Allies. And may God bless America.”

On June 6, 2026, the American Battle Monuments Commission commemorated the 82nd anniversary of D Day with a ceremony at Normandy American Cemetery, honoring the service and sacrifice of U.S. military personnel and their allies who gave their lives during the Allied landings and ensuing operations of World War II. World War II veterans present at the ceremony were warmly welcomed by organizers, dignitaries, and attendees, underscoring the enduring gratitude for their service and sacrifice. Among them D-Day veteran, U.S. Navy Lt. Arthur Rose, also addressed the audience, reading from a letter he wrote to his family in the days following the historic landing. Rose, now 107 years old, served as an engineering officer in command of a fleet of 36 vessels during the Normandy campaign, responsible for delivering supplies, ammunition, and equipment to Army forces ashore. Learn more: bit.ly/3Q6bN2L 📸 ABMC/Anthony Gaudun @DeptofWar | @HQUSAFEAFAF | @NATO_SOF | @NSWHQ | @Prefet14 | @SecWar | @SHAPE_NATO | @thejointstaff | @USAfricaCommand | @USAmbFrance | @USAmbNATO | @USArmyEURAF | @USASOCNews | @USEmbassyFrance | @us_eucom | @USNavyEurope | @USNATO | @CaVautrin | @Armees_Gouv

As we commemorated the 82nd anniversary of D-Day at Normandy American Cemetery, a special tribute was paid to the World War II veterans who attended the ceremony. 📍 Normandy American Cemetery | @usabmc

Commemorating the 82nd anniversary of D-Day at Normandy American Cemetery with WWII veterans. 🇺🇸 🙏 @DeptofWar | @HQUSAFEAFAF | @NATO_SOF | @NSWHQ | @Prefet14 | @SecWar | @SHAPE_NATO | @thejointstaff | @USAfricaCommand | @USAmbFrance | @USAmbNATO | @USArmyEURAF | @USASOCNews | @USEmbassyFrance | @us_eucom | @USNavyEurope | @usnato

On June 6, 1944, more than 150,000 Allied troops landed on the beaches of Normandy in the largest seaborne invasion in history. Waves of men battled their way inland at Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword beaches. More than 2,000 Americans lost their lives in the D-Day landings alone, with thousands more perishing in ensuing operations. Today and every day, we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

WWII veterans Richard Baum and Frank Stellar paid their respects to comrade-in-arms U.S. Army Cpl. Thomas A. Miller, from the 20th Armored Division, buried at Normandy American Cemetery. Baum fought in the same unit as Miller. The 20th Armored Division fought in the final months of the war and played a key role in liberating the Dachau concentration camp. Visiting Miller's grave for the anniversary of D-Day was a special way to honor his memory. Baum and Stellar also met with active duty soldiers, school children and ABMC staff who thanked them for their service.

🚨 Pointe du Hoc Ranger Monument Parking Lot Closure June 6 ⤵️ Please note that the RV and camper car parking lot at Pointe du Hoc Ranger Monument will be closed all day on June 6, 2026. We are sorry for the inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation and understanding. abmc.gov/news-events/news/po…