PATRIOTIC AND VETERANS EVENTS

At The War Memorial

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An Evening of Red, White & Blue
May 22
An Evening of Red, White & Blue

Our annual fundraising gala, An Evening of Red, White & Blue will be held on Wednesday, May 22, 2024.

Memorial Day 2024
May 27
Memorial Day 2024

We gather in the shadow of Les Braves, for a time-honored Memorial Day ceremony which will include will include musical tributes, remarks of remembrance and honor, and a recitation of the names of Grosse Pointe residents who lost their lives in service to our country.

CAF Rise Above Exhibit
Jun 5
CAF Rise Above Exhibit

The unique and interactive RISE ABOVE® Traveling Exhibit tells the stories of the Tuskegee Airmen and Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) to audiences across the country in an experiential way.

80th Anniversary of D-Day Ceremony
Jun 6
80th Anniversary of D-Day Ceremony

Les Braves II: At Water’s Edge will serve as the backdrop, centerpiece, and memorial structure for our celebration of the pivotal moment of WWII. Join us on the back lawn for this engaging commemorative ceremony.

Veteran Seminar: Book Talk with Retired Brig. Gen. Doug “Odie” Slocum
Jun 27
Veteran Seminar: Book Talk with Retired Brig. Gen. Doug “Odie” Slocum

As summer officially begins, the Veterans Commitee at The War Memorial is excited to host a book talk with Retired Air Force Brig. Gen. Doug “Odie” Slocum about his new book “Violent Positivity.”

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The Great Crusade Lecture Series: Operation Cobra, The Beachhead Breakout presented by Steve Mrozek
Aug
8
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The Great Crusade Lecture Series: Operation Cobra, The Beachhead Breakout presented by Steve Mrozek

The Great Crusade is an upcoming lecture series by Steve Mrozek, Director of Selfridge Military Air Museum. This series will delve into World War II's history and American air power's role in the conflict. Through a mix of storytelling, historical analysis, and personal anecdotes, Mrozek will provide a unique perspective on this pivotal period in history. Attendees can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the sacrifices made by those who served and the impact of their contributions on our world today.

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The Great Crusade Lecture Series: The Airborne Phase Overlord, presented by Steve Mrozek
Jul
11
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The Great Crusade Lecture Series: The Airborne Phase Overlord, presented by Steve Mrozek

The Great Crusade is an upcoming lecture series by Steve Mrozek, Director of Selfridge Military Air Museum. This series will delve into World War II's history and American air power's role in the conflict. Through a mix of storytelling, historical analysis, and personal anecdotes, Mrozek will provide a unique perspective on this pivotal period in history. Attendees can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the sacrifices made by those who served and the impact of their contributions on our world today.

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The Great Crusade Lecture Series: The Road to The Great Crusade
Jun
27
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The Great Crusade Lecture Series: The Road to The Great Crusade

The Great Crusade is an upcoming lecture series by Steve Mrozek, Director of Selfridge Military Air Museum. This series will delve into World War II's history and American air power's role in the conflict. Through a mix of storytelling, historical analysis, and personal anecdotes, Mrozek will provide a unique perspective on this pivotal period in history.

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