ONLINE – The World War I Monument of Byrd Park
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Each day hundreds of people drive past a small war memorial in Richmond’s Byrd Park. Few probably notice its existence. The plaque is showing its …
Upcoming Events
The Virginia War Memorial hosts a wide variety of patriotic ceremonies, educational programs, community outreach, and fundraising events each year. Please check back for updates or CLICK HERE to receive regular emails about War Memorial happenings.ONLINE – Valentine’s Day During World War II
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During the second World War, with war and destruction an everyday part of American life, both soldiers and civilians were trying to keep spirits and …
ONLINE – Operation Desert Storm
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On August 2, 1990, the Iraqi army invaded its neighbor Kuwait, beginning a military occupation of the country that would last seven months. Iraq’s subsequent …
K9 Veterans Day: Inaugural Memorial Dog Walk
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Bring your pup and join us for the Inaugural “K9 Veterans Day Memorial Dog Walk.” On Saturday, March 11th at 10:00 a.m. we invite you …
Leadership in America – Jan Scruggs, Founder of the Vietnam Wall
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Jan Scruggs was a wounded and decorated veteran of the Vietnam War, having served in the 199th Light Infantry Brigade of the U.S. Army. He …
Theatrical Production: “War in Pieces”
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A festival of one act plays written by veterans The Virginia War Memorial Foundation will present four one-act plays written by Virginia Veterans, which will …
Theatrical Production: “War in Pieces”
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A festival of one act plays written by veterans The Virginia War Memorial Foundation will present four one-act plays written by Virginia Veterans, which will …
Leadership in America: Alexander Kershaw
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Alex Kershaw is the widely acclaimed, prize-winning, New York Times best-selling author of eleven books, including The Longest Winter and The Bedford Boys. His latest …
Leadership in America: One Week in October
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October 2023 will be the 40th anniversary of the Beirut bombing. 241 US Military personnel were killed in the Barracks bombing, including 220 Marines. The …
