DDay Observance at Nationals Stadium
DDay Observance at Nationals Stadium
On June 6th the American Veterans Center helped the Washington Nationals organize a tribute to D-Day veterans in honor of the 70th anniversary of the end of the war in Europe. Other World War II Veterans joined for a total of two dozen veterans and family members.
The veterans were guests of honor at the game and were allowed to go onto the field before the game and chat with Nationals Players. Here are photos from the game.
WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 6TH: Col. Ed Shames (USA-RET), the last surviving officer of the Band of Brothers with an admiring fan.
Col. Shames with Nationals mascot Screech.
World War II Veterans line up on the field for pre-game festivities.
Army Chorus soloist Anthony Giuliano prepares to sing the National Anthem.
102-year-old D-Day veteran Lowell Creed (second from left) with Nats relief pitcher Taylor Hill, two family members, and Screech.
Montford Point Marines veterans of World War II were honored at the game.
Col. Shames takes the mound, ready to hand the game ball to the starting pitcher.
AVC World War II veterans accept the cheers of the crowd.
