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A Gift in Honor of D-Day
CHAPTER 26 | D-Day | Robert Cole | June1944 from Robert Edsel's "Remember Us: American Sacrifice, Dutch Freedom, and A Forever Promise Forged in World War II"
Robert M. Edsel
Jun 5


We Were Young, They Say. We Have Died. Remember Us.
Monday, May 26, marks the 80th Memorial Day since the end of World War II. The Dutch will be at the cemetery in force, placing flowers, saying prayers, and honoring each American. So will I. More than just a somber day of remembrance, this Memorial Day is an opportunity for each of us to search our hearts, just as the Dutch did 80 years ago, and ask: “What can I do to honor each American who fought and died in World War II, and all conflicts since, to preserve our freedom?”
Robert M. Edsel
May 26


The Forever Promise One Mother Made
On Mother’s Day, we celebrate the love, sacrifice, and strength of mothers everywhere. On this special day, I want to introduce you to a Dutch mother of twelve, Emilie Michiels van Kessenich, whose extraordinary compassion forever linked two nations in shared grief and enduring gratitude.
Robert M. Edsel
May 11


Freedom, Friendship, and Remembrance: Speaking at the Netherlands Freedom Concert
On Monday, May 5, I had the great honor to speak about freedom and the heartwarming and inspirational demonstration of gratitude by the Dutch in creating a unique grave adoption program, which continues to honor their American liberators 80 years later.
Robert M. Edsel
May 9


Meet the Heroes of 'Remember Us'
In my new book, I introduce you to remarkable individuals whose lives are forever linked through courage, sacrifice, and gratitude.
Robert M. Edsel
Apr 22


Invitation | Freedom Concert | May 5 at Netherlands Carillon
Freedom Concert at The Netherlands Carillon in Washington, D.C. on May 5. Admission is free. Register now!
Robert M. Edsel
Apr 20
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