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Stars and Stripes
‘I would do it again’ Battle of the Bulge veterans recount their actions in one of WWII’s bloodiest fights
November 11, 2024
Fox 5
Veterans Day ceremony at World War II Memorial in DC remembers those who served
November 11, 2024
The Associated Press
World War II veterans honored Monday at National World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C.
November 11, 2024
The Washington Post
Centenarians honored in Veterans Day event at WWII Memorial
November 11, 2024
DC News Now
Veterans Voices: Honoring, Inspiring, Empowering
November 11, 2024
Preston Hollow People Newspaper
Preston Hollow Retiree Urges Support of WWIl Monument (Page 26)
November 1, 2024
The Tennessean
Opinion: World War II Greatest Generation merits thanks. Here's how to honor their legacy
October 20, 2024
Politico
Out and About
September 3, 2024
ABC 7
SEE IT: Friends of WWII Memorial commemorate 79th anniversary of V-J Day
September 2, 2024
PGCTVONLINE
Alex Kershaw Discusses Friends of the National World War II Memorial's 9th Annual Teachers Conference
July 15, 2024
News Net
D-DAY CEREMONY IN WASHINGTON DC
June 7, 2024
The Briefing with Steve Scully
Alex Kershaw on His New Book "Patton's Prayer" and the 80th Anniversary of D-Day
June 7, 2024
The Dispatch
The Greatest Generation’s Greatest Gift
June 7, 2024
Politico
OUT AND ABOUT — SPOTTED
June 7, 2024
Spectrum News 1
Texans travel far to commemorate 80 years since D-Day
June 7, 2024
ABC News
On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, dozens gather in DC to remember those lost
June 6, 2024
Fox 5
Bob Barnard speaks to a World War II veteran on the 80th anniversary of D-Day
June 6, 2024
Gray DC
World War II Memorial Artists Reflect
June 6, 2024
DC News Now
D-Day vets hope new generation learns from WWII
June 6, 2024
Erie News Now
80th Anniversary of D-Day Invasion Honors Service Members at World War II Memorial
June 6, 2024
C-Span
D-Day 80th Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony in Washington, D.C.
June 6, 2024
DC News Now
DC News Now Presents Remembering D-Day
June 6, 2024
Spectrum News
U.S. Veterans Of Today Remember D-Day 80 Years Later
June 6, 2024
NTD
World War II Memorial in DC Commemorates 80th Anniversary of D-Day
June 6, 2024
Air Force Reserve Command HQ Public Affairs
French Medal has extra special meaning for Reservist on the 80th anniversary of D-Day
June 6, 2024
Connecting Vets
80th Anniversary of D-Day at the National World War II Memorial
June 3, 2024
KNSS RADIO
80th Anniversary of D-Day at the National World War II Memorial
June 3, 2024
O'Connor & Company
Historian Alex Kershaw on Memorial Day and Reflections on World War II
May 27, 2024
The Blade
World War II Memorial in Washington marks 20 years
May 25, 2024
Cleveland.com
World War II Memorial marks 20th anniversary with ceremony that will honor Ohio’s Marcy Kaptur
May 25, 2024
The Post and Courier
WWII Memorial, Nikki Haley presidential choice, Seize the Day Preakness winner - Letters
May 25, 2024
NBC
Celebrating two decades since the WWII Memorial was dedicated
May 25, 2024
Fox 5 DC
National World War II Memorial 20th Anniversary Commemoration & Memorial Day Tribute
May 25, 2024
Fox 5 DC
WWII Veterans mark Memorial on the National Mall
May 25, 2024
WTOP
Veterans celebrate the 20th anniversary of World War II Memorial opening
May 25, 2024
NBC
‘We had to do something': WWII veterans share stories of enlisting young
May 25, 2024
Stars and Stripes
Ceremony marks 20th anniversary of National World War II Memorial
May 25, 2024
Gray DC
Recognizing the 20th anniversary of the WWII Memorial
May 25, 2024
The Blade
To The Editor: WWII Memorial Needs Attention
May 25, 2024
NH Journal
DROPPA: Support the WWII Memorial
May 24, 2024
GoLocal
EDITORIAL: RI’s Great Architect Travels to DC for WWII Memorial’s 20th Anniversary, That He Designed
May 24, 2024
World News Group
A Fitting Memorial
May 16, 2024
Boston Herald
Droppa: Support the National WWII memorial
May 6, 2024
The Daily Star
Support the WWII memorial
May 6, 2024
OA Online
GUEST VIEW: Support the WWII Memorial
May 5, 2024
The Post and Courier
Commentary: As World War II veterans dwindle, a way to remember and honor their sacrifice
May 5, 2024
The Post and Courier
Commentary: As World War II veterans dwindle, a way to remember and honor their sacrifice
May 5, 2024
DC Journal
Support the WWII Memorial
May 2, 2024
Daily Courier
Support the WWII Memorial
May 2, 2024
Citrus County Chronicle
Support the WWII Memorial
May 2, 2024
National Archives
National Archives Promotes Teaching the History of D-Day Using Primary Sources
April 29, 2024
CoinNews
Ending Soon: Intro Pricing for Greatest Generation Commemorative Coins
March 26, 2024
Stars and Stripes
Commemorative coins will help care for National World War II Memorial, connect with younger generations
March 12, 2024
Coin World
Monday Morning Brief for Mar. 11, 2024: The Greatest Generation
March 11, 2024
Coin World
Silver dollars lead first-day sales of Greatest Generation coins
March 9, 2024
MINNPost
Commemorative coin program provides vital support for National World War II Memorial
March 8, 2024
CoinNews
US Mint Sales: Greatest Generation Coins and Proof Quarters Debut
March 7, 2024
CoinNews
Pre-Ordering Begins for 2024 Greatest Generation Commemorative Coins
February 29, 2024
The Reading Room
U.S. Mint Debuts Greatest Generation Coins
February 28, 2024
The Washington Times
80th anniversary of key World War II battles sets up tour opportunities
February 24, 2024
Roll Call
Greatest Generation Coin will help preserve World War II Memorial for future generations
February 22, 2024
Buzz Sprout
Episode 234: Exploring the Coiniverse
February 19, 2024
NUMISMATIC NEWS
AnnounceMints: Greatest Generation Honored on Coins
February 19, 2024
Coin World Magazine
Editor's Q&A - Holly Rotondi
February 16, 2024
Coin World
Commemorative coin prices known for silver and clad issues
December 30, 2023
CoinNews
U.S. Mint Announces Harriet Tubman and Greatest Generation Commemorative Coin Prices
December 26, 2023
Coin World
Strike ceremony kicks off Greatest Generation program
December 23, 2023
Audacy
Spielberg honored with UNITY Award by Friends of the National World War II Memorial
December 21, 2023
WE ARE THE MIGHTY
Steven Spielberg Receives Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Unity Award
December 20, 2023
Mint News
Inside the Mint: Greatest Generation commemorative coin ceremoniously struck at Philadelphia
December 18, 2023
Coin Update
Inside the Mint: Greatest Generation commemorative coin ceremoniously struck at Philadelphia
December 18, 2023
CoinNews
U.S. Mint Striking Ceremony for 2024 Greatest Generation Coins at Philadelphia
December 12, 2023
CoinWeek
Greatest Generation Commemorative Coin Designs Revealed
December 11, 2023
FOX 26 Houston
World War II Veterans Share Their Stories 82 Years After Pearl Harbor Attack
December 7, 2023
CoinNews
2024 Greatest Generation Commemorative Coin Images Unveiled
December 6, 2023
Perspectives on History
Lighting The Way
November 13, 2023
Stars and Stripes
Veterans honored at national war memorials in DC
November 11, 2023
WUSA9
Veterans reflect on loss, look toward the future on the National Mall in DC
November 11, 2023
The Coin Vault
U.S. Mint Announces Designs For 2024 Greatest Generation Commemorative Program
November 1, 2023
The Free Lance Star
Best selling Author Alex Kershaw Visits The Carmel School
October 15, 2023
Numismatic News
"Greatest Generation" Commemorative Designs Unveiled
October 6, 2023
Coin World
Approved Designs Revealed for Greatest Generation Commemorative Coins
September 24, 2023
COINWEEK
Greatest Generation Commemorative Coin Designs Unveiled
September 22, 2023
Greysheet
Friends of the National World War II Memorial and U.S. Mint Unveil Designs of Greatest Generation Commemorative Coins
September 21, 2023
CoinNews.net
U.S. Mint Reveals 2024 Greatest Generation Commemorative Coin Designs
September 21, 2023
Audacy
Coins Honoring World War II Generation to benefit National WWII Memorial Unveiled
September 21, 2023
Politico
The Friends of the National World War II Memorial and the U.S. Mint unveiled the designs of the Greatest Generation commemorative coins.
September 21, 2023
United States Mint
United States Mint Announces Designs for the Greatest Generation Commemorative Coin Program
September 20, 2023
Five Books
The Best Books on World War II Battles
September 8, 2023
Politico
OUT AND ABOUT — The Friends of the National World War II Memorial hosted a dedication of the FDR D-Day Prayer Plaque and the restoration of the Circle of Remembrance
June 7, 2023
Audacy
FDR's D-Day Prayer Plaque dedicated at National World War II Memorial
June 7, 2023
NewsNet
Prayer Dedicated on National Mall
June 7, 2023
Fox News
D-Day 79 years later: How FDR's powerful prayer united Americans
June 6, 2023
NBC4 WASHINGTON
FDR Prayer Plaque Dedicated on D-Day
June 6, 2023
Stars and Stripes
FDR’s D-Day prayer is now a part of the National World War II Memorial
June 6, 2023
NBC Washington
D-Day Remembrance: FDR Prayer Plaque Dedicated
June 6, 2023
Coin World
CFA Recommends Greatest Generation Commemorative Coin Designs
April 28, 2023
Chapin
A Hero of World War II
April 12, 2023
C-SPAN
Washington Journal - Alex Kershaw on National Medal of Honor Day
March 25, 2023
HISTORYNET
Their Division Received the Most WWII Medals of Honor in Europe. But They Considered Themselves 'Grunts'
March 24, 2023
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