ABMC honors 🇺🇸 fallen service members and their stories at 26 overseas cemeteries and 32 memorials. military monuments and markers by other U.S.
The American Battle Monuments Commission, established by the Congress in 1923, is an agency of the Executive Branch of the Federal Government. ABMC—guardian of America’s overseas commemorative cemeteries and memorials—honors the service, achievements and sacrifice of United States Armed Forces. ABMC's commemorative mission includes:
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The American Battle Monuments Commission, established by the Congress in 1923, is an agency of the Executive Branch of the Federal Government. ABMC—guardian of America’s overseas commemorative cemeteries and memorials—honors the service, achievements and sacrifice of United States Armed Forces. ABMC's commemorative mission includes:
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in 1914, Corozal American Cemetery, Panama, was dedicated. Today, it holds the remains of more than 5,000 Americans and Veterans of conflicts spanning the 19th through the 21st century.
➡️ Learn more about this unique ABMC burial site: www.abmc.gov/Corozal
Today we remember Robert E. Hatfield.
World War II
Date of Death: Feb. 5, 1945
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army Air Forces
414th Fighter Squadron
Entered Service From: Washington
Buried: Plot E Row 4 Grave 20
Florence American Cemetery, Italy
Award: Purple Heart
Service # O-767218
www.abmc.gov
On March 4, ABMC will turn 100. 🕯️
The U.S. Congress created ABMC March 4, 1923, and entrusted us with the unique mission to care for our fallen service members' graves and legacy.
What does the day-to-day work look like at our sites across the globe? How does our staff ensure that General of the Armies John J. Pershing's promise that "Time will not dim the glory of their deeds" remains unbroken? How are we going to ensure that our fallen's achievements and sacrifices will continue to be remembered and honored for the next hundred years?
🚨🎥 Stay tuned as we get ready to release a special documentary March 4.
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Today we remember Donald E. Ellson.
World War II
Date of Death: Feb. 4 1944
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army
103rd Engineer Combat Battalion, 28th Infantry Division
Entered Service From: Minnesota
Buried: Plot F Row 2 Grave 91
Cambridge American Cemetery, United Kingdom
Service # O1113679
www.abmc.gov
Today, on we remember the sacrifices of the four U.S. Army Chaplains who sacrificed themselves by handing their life jackets so that others could survive the sinking of their ship. Several chaplains are buried among ABMC sites. them. 🙏
U.S. Army Chaplain Corps
in 1945, one of the major battles of WWII began in the Pacific: the Battle of Manila. Today, many of those militaries and civilians who fought and died liberating the city are buried or memorialized at the Manila American Cemetery, where we honor them every day. 🙏
Today we remember Timothy J. Lawlor.
World War II
Date of Death: Feb. 3, 1945
Private, U.S. Army
423rd Infantry Regiment, 106th Infantry Division
Entered Service From: Montana
Buried: Plot E Row 27 Grave 31
Lorraine American Cemetery, France
Service # 39612997
www.abmc.gov
Today we remember Jess McDaniel.
World War II
Date of Death: Feb. 2, 1945
Private First Class, U.S. Army
508th Parachute Infantry Regiment
Entered Service From: Illinois
Buried: Plot E Row 8 Grave 27
Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery, Belgium
Award: Purple Heart
Service # 36435428
www.abmc.gov
Today on , those who dedicated themselves to defending one of our nation's ideals: liberty. We remember our fallen service members who embodied this ideal on the battlefield, and were laid to rest across our overseas cemeteries. 🙏
Today we remember Siprano Chavez.
World War II
Date of Death: Feb. 1, 1945
Private, U.S. Army
291st Infantry Regiment, 75th Infantry Division
Entered Service From: Texas
Buried: Plot B Row 46 Grave 19
Epinal American Cemetery, France
Award: Purple Heart
Service # 38607407
www.abmc.gov
This January, the Defense POW / MIA Accounting Agency accounted for fallen Tech. Sgt. Harold Kretzer, memorialized on ABMC's Wall of the Missing at Cambridge American Cemetery, United Kingdom. Our staff added a rosette next to his name. 🙏
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Those who have fallen overseas in defense of America represent the amazing diversity of our nation. More than 200,000 service members are honored at ABMC cemeteries, monuments, and memorials in 17 countries worldwide. Their inclusive commitment, and their collective sacrifice, embody the very essence of equality.
As the men and women of ABMC commemorate 100 years of service on the cusp of our second century, we honor their legacy and reaffirm our promise: to ensure that the true cost of protecting our freedoms will always be shared and understood.
Today we remember George Jones.
World War I
Date of Death: Jan. 30, 1919
Private, U.S. Army
349th Field Artillery Regiment, 92nd Division
Entered Service From: New Jersey
Buried: Plot D Row 38 Grave 2
Oise-Aisne American Cemetery, France
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❄️ Snow recently fell in the surroundings of several of our cemeteries in Europe, from our cemetery in the Netherlands down to Epinal American Cemetery in France.
📸 These photos were taken at Epinal, Lorraine, Somme and St. Mihiel American Cemeteries, and Bellicourt American Monument in France, as well as Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery, Belgium, Netherlands American Cemetery, Netherlands, and Luxembourg American Cemetery, Luxembourg.
Today we remember Aubrey L. Carroll.
World War II
Date of Death: Jan. 29, 1944
Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army
15th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division
Entered Service From: New York
Buried: Plot G Row 9 Grave 58
Sicily-Rome American Cemetery, Italy
Award: Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster
Service # 13064599
www.abmc.gov
Local French middle school Cadets from the community surrounding Epinal American Cemetery recently rendered honors to the fallen as part of their military training.
The Cadets visited this American World War II cemetery and paid tribute to the American fallen service members honored and remembered there.
This was the first of a series of visits as part of a partnership started this year with the Society of Members of the Legion of Honor. Each year, new promotions of Cadets from all French military branches will visit Epinal American Cemetery, raising awareness of local history, teaching them about the stories and sacrifice of our fallen American service members.
During the tour, the group was particularly interested in the story of Staff Sgt. Tomosu Hirahara, a Japanese American member of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team who died during the "battle of the Lost Battalion" that took place in October 1944 in the surroundings of the cemetery.
It was also a surprise to the Cadets that women were not included in combat teams at the time.
Such visits remind us of the need and value in engaging with younger generations and sharing the stories and sacrifice of our fallen service members.
Learn more about the cemetery: www.abmc.gov/epinal
Photos: Elsa Lewuillon, Cemetery Associate at Epinal American Cemetery
Today we remember Carl G. Hovey.
World War II
Date of Death: Jan. 28, 1943
Corporal, U.S. Army
26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division
Entered Service From: Maine
Buried: Plot I Row 8 Grave 7
North Africa American Cemetery, Tunisia
Award: Purple Heart
Service # 31000011
www.abmc.gov
On International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust, we remember those who perished before and after our service members could liberate them. Our WWII cemeteries in Europe are a testament to all that we were fighting for.
Today we remember Ernest A. Silk.
World War I
Date of Death: Jan. 27, 1919
Private, U.S. Army
135th Field Artillery Regiment, 37th Division
Entered Service From: Ohio
Buried: Plot D Row 5 Grave 29
Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery, France
www.abmc.gov
Today we remember Paul A. Guerard.
World War I
Date of Death: Jan. 26, 1919
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Headquarters Detachment, Second Army
Entered Service From: California
Buried: Plot D Row 12 Grave 6
St. Mihiel American Cemetery, France
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in 1945, the Battle of the Bulge ends.
Many of those American service members who fought and gave their life during the fight are buried or memorialized at our Henri-Chapelle, Luxembourg, and Netherlands American Cemeteries, nearby the battlefield.
We remember them. 🙏
Today we remember Benjamin F. Klass.
World War I
Date of Death: Jan. 25, 1918
Civilian
Entered Service From: New York
Buried: Plot D Row 21 Grave 25
Oise-Aisne American Cemetery, France
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On January 24, all of us at ABMC celebrate the International Day of Education. Since our inception 100 years ago, we remain committed to remembering the sacrifices of Americans who have given their all to defend universal ideals of freedom. Those who fell on foreign shores represent the diversity of our nation. These service members are forever honored at ABMC cemeteries, monuments, and memorials.
By connecting our past to the future, we will continue to engage with the next generations to ensure that the true cost of preserving our values and the American way of life will always be shared and understood.
Today we remember Ernest C. Schultz.
World War II
Date of Death: Jan. 24, 1945
Sergeant, U.S. Army
7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division
Entered Service From: Wisconsin
Buried: Plot B Row 33 Grave 46
Epinal American Cemetery, France
Award: Purple Heart
Service # 36809557
www.abmc.gov
Out of the unique bonds that have formed between our cemeteries and their local communities came our "Faces Of" (Cambridge, Margraten, Suresnes...) events. During several days, photos of service members are placed next to their graves so that visitors can put a face to a name.
Unique each time they take place, these events have become regular, and are now the opportunity to stir up curiosity among visitors and deepen bonds with our local community who contributes to the research and comes back every year. Together, we ensure our fallen are remembered. 🙏
Today we remember Lee A. Coleman.
World War II
Date of Death: Jan. 23, 1944
Private First Class, U.S. Army
143rd Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division
Entered Service From: Illinois
Buried: Plot H Row 14 Grave 12
Sicily-Rome American Cemetery, Italy
Awards: Silver Star, Purple Heart
Service # 36625021
www.abmc.gov
The Sicily-Rome American Cemetery commemorates American service members fallen from the campaigns in Sicily and Italy through the liberation of Rome during World War II.
They gave their lives in the liberation of Sicily (July and August, 1943); in the landings in the Salerno area (September 1943); and in the subsequent heavy fighting northward; in the landings at and occupation of the Anzio beachhead (January to May 1944); and in the air and naval operations in these regions.
Located in Nettuno, Italy, about 38 miles south of Rome, the cemetery was named after the Anzio-Nettuno Campaign, launched January 22, 1944, during which American and British forces landed ashore near Anzio and Nettuno.
In remembrance of the men and women who participated in the Allied Landings at Anzio and Nettuno during WWII, Sicily-Rome American Cemetery, Italy, will host a ceremony and twilight memorial concert.
🗓️ Tuesday Jan. 24, at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.
More information: https://www.abmc.gov/news-events/news/79th-anniversary-allied-landings-sicily-rome-american-cemetery?utm_campaign=Website
Today we remember Albert E. Miles.
World War II
Date of Death: Jan. 22, 1945
Major, U.S. Army Air Forces
23rd Fighter Squadron, 36th Fighter Group
Entered Service From: Montana
Buried: Plot B Row 42 Grave 1
Ardennes American Cemetery, Belgium
Awards: Silver Star, Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal
Service # O-442536
www.abmc.gov
Today we remember, William C. Wilson Jr.
World War II
Date of Death: Jan. 21, 1945
Aviation Ordnanceman Second Class, U.S. Navy
United States Naval Reserve
Entered Service From: Massachusetts
Status: Buried At Sea
Memorialized: Walls of the Missing
Manila American Cemetery, Philippines
Award: Purple Heart
Service # 6077386
www.abmc.gov
Today we remember Franklin W. Southard Jr.
World War II
Date of Death: Jan. 20, 1944
Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army Air Forces
695th Ordnance Company, 8th Air Depot Group
Entered Service From: Washington
Buried: Plot F Row 3 Grave 7
North Africa American Cemetery, Tunisia
Service # 39379380
www.abmc.gov
Today we remember Oscar A. Stark.
World War II
Date of Death: Jan. 19, 1945
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
411th Infantry Regiment, 103rd Infantry Division
Entered Service From: Illinois
Buried: Plot B Row 6 Grave 36
Epinal American Cemetery, France
Award: Purple Heart
Service # 36627113
www.abmc.gov
Our cemeteries are places where stories and memories are shared, and unique connections are made. ✨
This is particularly true at Netherlands American Cemetery, Margraten, where local visitors adopt a grave, research the story of the service member, and lay flowers at the grave at once a year. 💐🙏
Unique to the cemetery is the connection with the Dutch people. Since 1945, members of the local community have adopted the grave sites of our fallen. They bring flowers to the cemetery and research the life of the service member as a way to honor their sacrifice and naturally supporting our mission to remember our fallen and tell their stories.
Today, the Foundation for Adopting Graves at the American Cemetery Margraten manages this program. Local communities close to other cemeteries have also created associations that run similar programs.
Did you know about this program? Are you a grave adopter or interested in becoming one?
📸 ABMC / G. Deswijzen / Roduchfotografie
Today we remember Lewis Alston.
World War I
Date of Death: Jan. 18, 1919
Private, U.S. Army
323rd Quartermaster Labor Battalion
Entered Service From: North Carolina
Buried: Plot A Row 9 Grave 36
Suresnes American Cemetery, France
www.abmc.gov
Today we remember Frank S. Kuglin.
World War II
Date of Death: Jan. 17, 1946
Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army
948th Ordnance Motor Vehicle Distribution Company
Entered Service From: Pennsylvania
Buried: Plot B Row 31 Grave 26
Ardennes American Cemetery, Belgium
Service # 33407951
www.abmc.gov
Today we remember Charles C. Irons.
World War I
Date of Death: Jan. 16, 1918
Private, U.S. Army
165th Infantry Regiment, 42nd Division
Entered Service From: New Jersey
Buried: Plot D Row 17 Grave 5
St. Mihiel American Cemetery, France
www.abmc.gov
Today we remember Robert J. Newcomb.
World War II
Date of Death: Jan. 15, 1945
Private, U.S. Army
18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division
Entered Service From: Ohio
Buried: Plot D Row 15 Grave 25
Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery, Belgium
Awards: Bronze Star, Purple Heart
Service # 35803151
www.abmc.gov
In remembrance of the men and women who participated in the Allied Landings at Anzio and Nettuno during WWII, Sicily-Rome American Cemetery, Italy, will host a ceremony and memorial concert.
🗓️ Tuesday Jan. 24, at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.
More information: https://www.abmc.gov/news-events/news/79th-anniversary-allied-landings-sicily-rome-american-cemetery
Today we remember Francis J. Jerousek.
World War II
Date of Death: Jan. 14, 1944
First Sergeant, U.S. Army
135th Infantry Regiment, 34th Infantry Division
Entered Service From: Minnesota
Buried: Plot B Row 10 Grave 27
Sicily-Rome American Cemetery, Italy
Award: Purple Heart
Service # 20708260
www.abmc.gov
Today we remember Ray J. Crews.
World War II
Date of Death: Jan. 13, 1943
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
30th Ordnance Maintenance Company
Entered Service From: Washington
Buried: Plot E Row 12 Grave 11
North Africa American Cemetery, Tunisia
Award: Purple Heart
Service # 37181786
www.abmc.gov
In war. In peace. From the crucible of combat to commemoration of the ultimate sacrifice made by Americans on foreign shores, General of the Armies John J. Pershing was instrumental in establishing the American Battlefield Monuments Commission in 1923. One hundred years later, the men and women of ABMC continue to ensure that the memories of those who fell abroad defending our nation will never die.
As we begin our Centennial, we remember his stirring words that guide our perpetual mission: “Time shall not dim the glory of their deeds.”
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Happy Birthday to all U.S. Marines! 🇺🇸 Today, on #MarineCorpsBirthday, we honor the Marines who have fought, sacrificed and served our nation, both past and present. Did you know that ABMC maintains the Marine Monument at Belleau Wood, France, near Aisne-Marne American Cemetery? The monument was erected by the U.S. Marine Corps to commemorate those who gave their life during the summer of 1918. #WW1 #WorldWar1 #BelleauWood #Marines #SemperFi
Here are three facts about Brittany American Cemetery, France: ◾️ There are two Medal of Honor recipients buried there: Staff Sgt. Sherwood Hallman, 29th Infantry Division, and Pfc. Ernest Prussman, 8th Infantry Division. ◾️ When viewed from the sky, the burial area resembles the shoulder patch of Gen. Dwight Eisenhower’s Strategic Headquarters Allied Forces Europe. The insignia is also represented on the door of the chapel. ◾️ Of the 500 U.S. service members memorialized on the Wall of the Missing, seven have been recovered and a bronze rosette has been placed next to each of their names. Which one(s) did you know? Which one(s) didn't you? #Brittany #Normandie #France #WW2 #WorldWarII #sunset
Happy Birthday to the U.S. Navy. We thank all that have served, both past and present.
#OnThisDay in 1918, the Meuse-Argonne Offensive began. Historian John Eisenhower wrote that his father “thought Operation Overlord undoable without the experience the Army gained in the Argonne.” ➡️ Learn more in our WWI Battlefield Companion Book: bit.ly/3QI80TI
Happening this weekend through Thursday at Suresnes American Cemetery: Faces of Suresnes. Over 1,000 photographs of the WWI heroes buried or memorialized will be on display throughout the cemetery to show they are not forgotten. ➡️ bit.ly/3KNZQrx
Ten ABMC cemeteries are participating in the European Heritage Days this year. Events include historical and horticultural guided tours, temporary exhibits, behind-the-scenes walks. Join us for this unique opportunity to discover our sites and honor the fallen. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3KNZQrx #EuropeanHeritageDays European Heritage Days (EHD) / Journées européennes du patrimoine (JEP)
Today, the United States Air Force turns 74! We honor and thank all those men and women who have served, and are serving in the U.S. Air Force today. #AimHigh
This Sunday, September 19, Netherlands American Cemetery will host the South Netherlands Philharmonic for the annual Liberation Concert that pays homage to the American service members who fought and died to liberate the country during World War II. Two shows will be performed, at 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. local time. Please join us on Facebook and Youtube at 3 p.m. CET / 9 a.m. EST for this unique livestream performance and tribute. #Margraten #Netherlands #Liberation #Concert #Tribute
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