May 30-June 12, 2022

 

Show Choir Enthusiasts!

Join the All American Show Choir as they tour Europe for a two week experience as we commemorate the greatest generation and the end of World War II. 

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D-Day Commemoration

June 6, 1944 - Allied Forces stormed the beaches of Normandy, France. After a heroic effort and sacrifice by thousands of valiant men representing the “greatest generation,” The German held villages throughout Normandy were liberated. This marked the beginning of the defeat of Nazi Tyranny throughout Europe.

 

Feature Performance & Parade

Sainte Mere Eglise - Host Village

Each year the Saturday closest to June 6, Sainte Mere Eglise, the first village to be liberated by American paratroopers, hosts historic performances and a commemorative parade. Military units, marching bands, choirs, cultural and civic groups will march down the same streets that were lined with American troops in 1944. The town has since named their streets after Allied Generals including General Eisenhower. They have also preserved WWII era artifacts in the WWII museum in the center of town. The Mayor has expressed his best wishes and looks forward to greeting the parade participants as they visit his wonderful village. In addition to the parade a concert series will be staged in the town square featuring outstanding performing groups including the All-American Show Choir.

 

This event has been recognized by numerous veterans associations, community organizations, military and government officials and will provide participants and spectators an opportunity to salute those men and women who have sacrificed for our nation. 

 

 

The Ceremonies

Brittany American Cemetery

Normandy American Cemetery

Two official public ceremonies will take place at the American Cemeteries in the Normandy region, including the Brittany American Cemetery and the Normandy American Cemetery.  Combined, these solemn and sacred cemeteries are the final resting place for nearly 15,000 brave Americans who paid the ultimate sacrifice as part of the D-Day and Normandy campaigns during the summer of 1944.  

 

These important ceremonies not only provide a tribute to the fallen, but they also serve as a reminder to all those participating in the ceremony the price of freedom.  The sacrifice made by so many, and the motivation behind it, should be honored, cherished and never forgotten.
 

 

Our Mission 

The D-Day Memorial Parade and Musical Salute to the Veterans will provide a meaningful tribute to our veterans and armed forces while featuring talented performing groups, associations, local, state and national dignitaries and organizations, along with military groups and officials joining together to share the Spirit of America with the citizens and visitors of Normandy.