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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
5 days ago


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
7 days ago


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


A Forever Promise We Can Help Fulfill
Since then, thousands of Dutch families have honored that promise. But only a small percentage have ever been able to connect with the American families of the soldiers they so lovingly honor.
Today, through the Forever Promise Project, we have the opportunity to change that.
Robert M. Edsel
Apr 16


The Heart of Remember Us: The Netherlands American Cemetery
As we count down the days to the release of Remember Us to be published, I had the privilege of visiting the Netherlands American Cemetery.
Robert M. Edsel
Apr 9
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