The year 2020 marks the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. Although more than seven decades have passed since that turbulent time, we continue to celebrate the monumental accomplishments of the incredible men and women of our “Greatest Generation." In a special tribute to the veterans who served so valiantly in the Great War, “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band commemorate their service with a compilation of video, articles, and photos in their honor.
VIDEO
Concert: 75th Anniversary of the Flag-Raising at Iwo Jima
Battle of Iwo Jima Wreath Laying Ceremony
Time Capsule 1945: Honoring the 70th Anniversary of the End of World War II
Concert at the Music Center at Strathmore, Feb. 23, 2015
Tribute Video of Honor Flight Ceremony, National World War II Memorial
World War II Era Playlist (featuring music performed by the Marine Band)
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day 2013
"Taps"
FEATURE ARTICLES
Marine Brass Ensemble Concert Commemorates 75th Anniversary of Flag Raising at Iwo Jima
Marine Band Members who Fought at Iwo Jima
Paying Tribute: 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima
Time Capsule 1945: Honoring the 70th Anniversary of the End of World War II
"Taps" and the Great Escape: an article about POWs from Stalag Luft III
Marine Band Honors the Flag Raisers of Iwo Jima
Quiet Heroes-Tribute to the Flag Raisers of Iwo Jima
VJ Day: Day of Retribution
PHOTO ALBUMS: Honor Flights
Iwo Jima Anniversary Wreath Laying Ceremony
Tribute with Iwo Jima Marine/Medal of Honor Recipient
Battle of Iwo Jima 75th Anniversary Concert Photos
Battle of Iwo Jima 75th Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony
Battle of Guadalcanal 75th Anniversary Ceremony
Honoring Iwo Jima Veterans
PHOTO ALBUMS: Honor Flights
Marine Band Members who Served in Combat During World War II
Honor Flight: July 29, 2015
Honor Flight: Sept. 30, 2015
Honor Flight: April 8, 2015