It is hard to put into words the sacrifice represented in this place. So many here gave so much so the world could be free. It is worth a visit.
Lesleyannbarlow4845
This memorial is truly wonderful and to see how these young men who died are so respected and revered really cannot be put into words. It is the most beautiful and emotional place and so tranquil as you walk around reading the names of the soldiers and their place of birth. This memorial is not about creed or colour but about young lives. All you see is row upon row of crosses and stars, so carefully tended. The trees and planting areas are so well maintained. The Wall with the names of the soldiers and battallions makes you hold your breath and the perpetual pool is amazing. A high price paid by so many in order that we can live today in freedom. We should be rternally grateful.
kevinmH6904TZ
The memorial has information in English and French about D-day and what followed. Rows upon rows of crosses and stars of David cannot help but leave an impression upon the visitor.
AmeliafromBoston
Walking amongst the white marble crosses is humbling and inspiring at the same time. You understand who pays the price for our freedom, you will be amazed at what that price looks like. As you walk dazed between the rows of Crosses and Stars of David - nearly 10,000 American boys and men rest here beside Omaha Beach. This is where the story of D-Day is best explained. Walk around, read the names - and notice they all face west - face home. Stay for taps, as the flag is lowered each night, you will never again here the words D-Day without remembering this very special place.
InspectorLeStrade
My wife and I spent several hours here and hardly spoke as we were so taken with the significance of the sacrifice. We are English and weren't born at the time but will never be able to thank adequately those Americans, British and other allies that paid so dearly for our freedom.
nicam48
A must see for all regardless of your country of origin. RIP to all that lie within the walls of this cemetery
Bob52014
For all WW2 History buffs a must place to see and most of all experience. Those soldiers gave all for our freedom. Words can't express water you see and feel. A visit I will never forget.
ValerieS363
We went to Normandy to pay respects to my uncle, who at 19 years of age, was killed in WW2.Our tour guide took us to the Normandy American Military Cemetery to locate his grave. We first stopped at the Visitor Center.There We were asked if we had a family member buried here. Then, after looking him up on he computer, and printing out his informational page with grave location, his age, home state, date of death, awards and honors, etc., we were asked if we had any photos of him. I was surprised, and answered yes, I had two. They asked if they could make a copy of them for their files, as they like to have a face to go along with the name of the men who were buried. Tears started rolling down my face at their respectfulness and desire to perpetuate the memory and lives of the American soldiers who were killed.Before leaving the Visitor Center, they gave us an American flag and a French flag, along with multiple brochures about the cemetery.After making copies of the photos, one of the volunteers drove us in a golf cart to my uncles gravesite and took sand from Omaha beach to sponge over the pure white cross which marked his grave. It was at that point that his name, rank and date of death jumped out and we could actually read his gravestone. Tears rolled down my face once again.The cemetery is impeccably maintained - absolutely gorgeous green grass with a view of Utah Beach. There is a beautiful white chapel built on site as well as a sculpture which memorializes our soldiers.This was one of the most touching moments of my life since we eye the first family members who had been able to travel from the USA to France to pay honor to my uncle.