LES FLEURS DE LA MÉMOIRE
On June 6th, 1944 the allied troops landed in Normandy.
So marking the beginning of the liberation of Europe with the Nazi yoke.
Never let us forget the thousands of soldiers who rest on our ground for our Freedom
At the foot of each cross, a soldier lies, and this soldier has its own history.
So marking the beginning of the liberation of Europe with the Nazi yoke.
Never let us forget the thousands of soldiers who rest on our ground for our Freedom
At the foot of each cross, a soldier lies, and this soldier has its own history.
BREAKING NEWS
4 CONCERTS FOR PEACE
Roanoke is a city of Virginia (USA) twinned with Saint Lô.
Many of the soldiers who came to liberate us were committed to the National Guard.
19 of the "Bedford boys" died within the first hours of landing.
The students of the University are very aware of the Second World War and they come to offer 4 concerts for peace during the 75th anniversary of the liberation: in Vierville sur mer, in Avranches, in Sainte Mère Eglise and in Saint Lô.
Come and listen to them. On the other hand, to help them finance their trip and their various expenses, we will appeal to the generosity of the public at the end of the concert.
Please distribute the enclosed flyer,
We are counting on your support!
Saint Lô 44 - Roanoke thanks the Flowers of Memory for the diffusion of this invitation
Very cordially,
Saint Lô 44-Roanoke
Partnerships:
* Manche Departmental Council
* Welcome Cities
Many of the soldiers who came to liberate us were committed to the National Guard.
19 of the "Bedford boys" died within the first hours of landing.
The students of the University are very aware of the Second World War and they come to offer 4 concerts for peace during the 75th anniversary of the liberation: in Vierville sur mer, in Avranches, in Sainte Mère Eglise and in Saint Lô.
Come and listen to them. On the other hand, to help them finance their trip and their various expenses, we will appeal to the generosity of the public at the end of the concert.
Please distribute the enclosed flyer,
We are counting on your support!
Saint Lô 44 - Roanoke thanks the Flowers of Memory for the diffusion of this invitation
Very cordially,
Saint Lô 44-Roanoke
Partnerships:
* Manche Departmental Council
* Welcome Cities
ADMISSION POLICY AT THE NORMANDY AMERCIAN CEMETERY VISITOR CENTER
New dates for summer hours :
April 01 to September 30 (9 am to 6 pm)
On Monday, June 11, 2018, a final admission rule was applied to the Visitors Centre of the American Cemetery in Normandy.
No admission is accepted after 17.45 in summer hours [ summer hours: 9.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m.] and 16.45 in winter hours [winter hours: 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.].
The Visitors' Centre remains open until 18h00 for visitors already inside. This avoids some disappointment to visitors who enter just before closing and are invited out without having the opportunity to enjoy the place.
April 01 to September 30 (9 am to 6 pm)
On Monday, June 11, 2018, a final admission rule was applied to the Visitors Centre of the American Cemetery in Normandy.
No admission is accepted after 17.45 in summer hours [ summer hours: 9.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m.] and 16.45 in winter hours [winter hours: 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.].
The Visitors' Centre remains open until 18h00 for visitors already inside. This avoids some disappointment to visitors who enter just before closing and are invited out without having the opportunity to enjoy the place.
MESSAGE FROM MR DU VERNAY, CONSUL OF THE UNITED STATES
Mr. Du Vernay, Consul of the United States for Western France, had to address all members via the Bulletin 23 published this month and could not do so within the deadlines imposed by the printing company. The article of his pen was to be on the front page of the bulletin.
Mr. Chairman,
Dear Members of the “Flowers of Remembrance” association,
I wish you all the best for 2019! It is our duty to remember those brave soldiers who fell on the field of battle defending the right to freedom. When I visit the cemeteries and monuments in Normandy, I never fail to be
moved by the endeavors of our French friends to perpetuate the memory of the American and Allied soldiers who died during the Liberation of France. It is my hope that the younger generations of American and French citizens will continue to honor those young soldiers who sacrificed their lives so that ours could be long, free and prosperous. As we all know, the history of France is closely tied to that of the United States. Together, we must carry the torch of remembrance in order to uphold and defend the values our two countries share. Thank you.
James Du Vernay, United States Consul for Western France
Dear Members of the “Flowers of Remembrance” association,
I wish you all the best for 2019! It is our duty to remember those brave soldiers who fell on the field of battle defending the right to freedom. When I visit the cemeteries and monuments in Normandy, I never fail to be
moved by the endeavors of our French friends to perpetuate the memory of the American and Allied soldiers who died during the Liberation of France. It is my hope that the younger generations of American and French citizens will continue to honor those young soldiers who sacrificed their lives so that ours could be long, free and prosperous. As we all know, the history of France is closely tied to that of the United States. Together, we must carry the torch of remembrance in order to uphold and defend the values our two countries share. Thank you.
James Du Vernay, United States Consul for Western France
NORMANDY AMERICAN CEMETERY VISITOR CENTER
The Normandy Visitor Center will be closed to the public beginning February 4, 2019 due to a total renovation of the exhibit space. It’s anticipated the visitor center will re-open in early May 2019. As part of the effort, a portion of the parking lot will be closed beginning in late November 2018 and lasting through the duration of the project. Restrooms will continue to be available onsite. Temporary restrooms will be in place beginning in January 2019. Despite the scheduled construction work, site staff will have a temporary facility to welcome visitors and next of kin.
The cemetery grounds will remain open, and the cemetery hours of operation will remain the same.
ABMC appreciates the public’s understanding as it relates to this closure. The agency is working to bring an excellent experience to future visitors.
The cemetery grounds will remain open, and the cemetery hours of operation will remain the same.
ABMC appreciates the public’s understanding as it relates to this closure. The agency is working to bring an excellent experience to future visitors.
LAWNS OF SOME OF THE PLOTS FORBIDDEN
During bad weather conditions, it is sometimes temporarily forbidden to walk on the lawns of certain squares of the American Cemetery of Colleville-sur-Mer (plots surrounded by ropes).
More more informations, please contact the cemetery at +33 2 31 51 62 00.
More more informations, please contact the cemetery at +33 2 31 51 62 00.
Report on local TV of the 11/25/2017.
A new message has been added about cards attributed for each grave, moving house and successions at the bottom of the membership page.
LAST PAST EVENT
MEETING WITH STUDENTS FROM LOUIS PASTEUR JUNIOR HIGH FROM CAEN
November 6, 2018
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One of your family members, a friend is buried in one of the two American Cemeteries in Normandy :
It's likely a member of Les Fleurs de la Mémoire pays tribute to him laying a flower on his grave at least once a year.
If you would like to know if he has been adopted, please contact :
- Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer.
- Brittany American Cemetery in Saint-James.
- Brittany American Cemetery in Saint-James.
It's likely a member of Les Fleurs de la Mémoire pays tribute to him laying a flower on his grave at least once a year.
If you would like to know if he has been adopted, please contact :
We guarantee a response.
Regards.
The President.
Regards.
The President.