This year, the American Battle Monuments Commission is celebrating its centennial, having been established on March 4, 1923.  Throughout its history, ABMC has been proud to honor and recognize fallen U.S. service members with Memorial Day events at its cemeteries and memorials.

ABMC will honor the 79th Anniversary of D-Day landings through a commemorative ceremony at Normandy American Cemetery, France, June 6, 2023, at 11 a.m., local time.

Bronze rosettes are placed next to the names of U.S.

This month, the American Battle Monuments Commission celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a national observance that honors the perseverance and legacy of Asian and Pacific Americans and their contributions to the nation.

Seven ABMC cemeteries will participate in the 8th edition of Le Printemps des Cimetières, a French national event dedicated to the discovery of funerary heritage, to happen May 12, 13, 14, 2023. 

The American Battle Monuments Commission unveils original vintage-style works of art for its iconic cemeteries and selected monuments as the agency marks its centenn

To mark a hundred years of commemoration, ABMC released a unique 56-minute documentary, "Our Promise: 100 years of the American Battle Monuments Commission." The unique

One of the hallmarks of an American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC) site is the precise landscape design that contributes to a respectful and reflective atmosphere.

During Memorial Day weekend, ABMC sites throughout the world will pay tribute to the more than 200,000 men and women honored overseas. All the ceremonies are free to attend and open to the public.  

Select a link below to see details for each ceremony.