Twenty minutes west of Lynchburg is Bedford, Virginia, from Lynchburg, the town reported to have suffered the highest per capita D-Day losses in the nation. Here the National D-Day Memorial pays tribute to the Allied Forces participating in the largest land, sea, and air operation in history: the invasion of Normandy, June 6, 1944. This 9-acre complex features a lush English Garden, haunting invasion tableau with statuary and stylized landing scene, and the striking Victory Arch, serving as a powerful permanent tribute to the valor, fidelity, and sacrifice of D-Day service men and women. Open daily from 10AM-5PM. Group tours can be booked by appointment during this time. Admission fees apply. Guided tours and school programs available with reservation and additional fee. Memorial Store on site; mobility assistance available. (The Memorial will be closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and on Mondays December through February.)
3 Overlord Circle
Bedford, VA 24523
Local: 540-586-3329
Toll-Free: 800-351-3329
Email: dday@dday.org
Hours: 10AM-5PM
Website: www.dday.org
Children Welcome!Handicapped Accessible
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