To mark the occasion of the 70th Anniversary of the D-Day
Landings and the ensuing 100 days of the Battle of Normandy, from March to
September, Normandy will be hosting an impressive calendar of special events
including historical re-enactments, firework displays, military processions,
concerts, exhibitions and much more. New museums are now open, existing museums
are opening new exhibition spaces and GPS tours and downloadable apps have been
developed to enhance the visitor experience.
2014 may be the last time that a significant number of
veterans gather in Normandy and thus, the last time that 21st century children
have the opportunity to touch living history and hear first-hand accounts of
the immeasurable courage and heroism of these men.
The official commemoration ceremony of 6th June will
take place at Sword beach in Ouistreham. This event will be reserved for veterans
and heads of state. More information here: the70th-normandy.com
Highlights from the special events calendar include:
- June 2nd - 4th, The Freedom Tattoo, Saint-Lô
- June 6th, Concert for Peace, Sainte-Mère-Église
- June 7th, Giant picnic on Omaha beach, Siant-Laurent-sur-Mer
- June 8th, Parachute show in La Fière near to Sainte-Mère-Église
- June 28th, Liberation Ball - 40s meal and dance, Fermanville
- July 12th - 13th, Freedom Celebrated, festival, dance and firework display, Bolleville
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