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National D-Day Memorial, Bedford

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Pay your respects to the Allied soldiers that participated in the 1944 invasion of Normandy at National D-Day Memorial. An English garden, victory plaza, and invasion tableau serve as a powerful tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of those who took part in the World War II battle. As the American town that suffered the greatest per-capita loss on D-Day, Bedford makes a fitting home for this important memorial, opened in 2001. Read the names of the residents who participated in the D-Day event alongside many more on tablets that border the Elmon T. Gray Plaza. The list includes all 4,413 fallen Allied soldiers, making it the most complete list of its kind in the world. Take a guided tour to learn more and read the information displays throughout the site. To visit National D-Day Memorial and other attractions in Bedford, use our Bedford trip maker app.
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  • A Must see. Very well kept. Be sure and take the guided walking tour. Our tour guide was so full of information for the memorial and world War II in general. 
    A Must see. Very well kept. Be sure and take the guided walking tour. Our tour guide was so full of information for the memorial and world War II in general.  more »
  • Very Interesting . Make sure you take the guided tour ... extremely informative . Very well done and a Great tribute . Plan on doing some walking and the tour takes about an hour . 
    Very Interesting . Make sure you take the guided tour ... extremely informative . Very well done and a Great tribute . Plan on doing some walking and the tour takes about an hour .  more »
  • A fitting memorial to the veterans of the Normandy invasion. The overall design is stunning, the many plaques provide an extensive picture of the operation, and the landscaping is beautiful. We... 
    A fitting memorial to the veterans of the Normandy invasion. The overall design is stunning, the many plaques provide an extensive picture of the operation, and the landscaping is beautiful. We...  more »
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  • One of the most impressive sites I've ever seen! I hope it stays that way. I got more than my monies worth. I just walked around and took many pictures. Next time I hope to bring my family members with me and do a group tour. Thank you, VA, for this beautiful memorial to our fallen soldiers! The drive there was beautiful, too, but drive carefully because some of the roads have sharp curves.
  • Very nice memorial. Easy access. We noticed a few RV's, so, plenty of room if you're passing through the area in a camper. The losses that day were staggering. A lesson in history that nobody should forget. God Bless the United States of America.
  • Worth a stop if you’re in the area, but be advised that the price of admission is a bit steep. Our family took advantage of the Blue Star summer admission and got it for free, but we would have been disappointed if we paid full price. My favorite feature is actually the bathrooms, which are structured to have an exterior built like a German pillbox and integrated into the beach landing scene.
  • I loved it and think everyone should see it. I did the guided tour. I do believe the tour guide was Bill, sorry if I'm wrong. He was fantastic. He was funny when he could but serious and respectful about the whole thing. I will come back and see it again!
  • This place is wonderful stop to remember and appreciate the freedom we have today. Due to the season there wasn’t any water which gives it an even more real experience to storming the shores but wonderful nonetheless.

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