On the 79th anniversary of D-Day, World War II veterans and their families gathered on the beaches of Normandy to commemorate the invasion that changed the course of the war. Among them was France’s last surviving D-Day commando, who joined the special ceremony honoring those who served and made the ultimate sacrifice.

The event was attended by hundreds of people, including military officials from NATO member countries, who paid their respects to the fallen soldiers. The ceremony included a wreath-laying and a performance by military bands. The veterans also participated in a parade on the beach, reminiscing about their experiences and sharing stories with each other.

The 102nd Greater St. Louis Honor Flight also flew to Normandy on this occasion, bringing with them dozens of WWII veterans who had never before revisited the site of the invasion. The Honor Flight is an organization that aims to transport veterans to Washington D.C. to visit the memorials that honor their service.

For many veterans and their families, this commemoration is an opportunity to remember and honor those who fought and died for their country. They hope that their sacrifices will never be forgotten and that future generations will continue to learn from the lessons of history.