D-Day commemoration: "We will never forget our heroes"
U.S., German and French dignitaries salute as ‘Taps’ is played, June 4, 2017, during the ‘Iron Mike’ wreath-laying ceremony in Sainte-Mere-Eglise, France. This ceremony commemorates the 73rd anniversary of D-Day, the largest multi-national amphibious landing and operational military airdrop in history, and highlights the U.S.’ steadfast commitment to European allies and partners. Overall, approximately 400 U.S. servicemembers from units in Europe and the U.S. are participating in ceremonial D-Day events from May 31 to June 7, 2017.