Staff Reports
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden traveled to Normandy, France, to participate in the 80th anniversary commemoration of the D-Day landings during World War II. The White House shared that the president plans to meet with American veterans and their family members to honor their sacrifice.
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During the commemoration ceremony, President Biden is expected to express his commitment to the United States’s European allies and discuss his efforts to uphold democracy. The president arrived in France on Wednesday and is scheduled to spend five days there. The commemoration on Thursday is set to begin around 6:30 a.m. Eastern time.
The D-Day operation was a significant turning point for the Allied forces in World War II, marking the beginning of the end of Nazi control in Europe. President Biden’s participation demonstrates the United States’ continued support for its allies and commitment to preserving the memory of the sacrifices made during this historic event.
