The Korean War began on June 25, 1950, as soldiers from the North Korean People’s Army crossed the 38th parallel and invaded South Korea. Join for an interview with US Army Korean War Veteran Jim Adkins as he discusses the first military action of the Cold War. Register for this virtual event: vawarmemorial.org/events Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_raa6HnKsQKuV4DzhKvLiqw

Seventy-seven years ago the largest and bloodiest sea-air-land engagement in history was occurring in the Pacific. Join this interview with WWII Navy Veteran Arthur Grabiner, who was present at the Battle of Okinawa in 1945. Register for this virtual event: vawarmemorial.org/events Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dXb1Qm8uRUWLM11dMiWLFg

The Virginia War Memorial will commemorate the 247th Birthday of the U.S. Army. Learn about the past, present, and future of the U.S. Army as they have a conversation with two Army generals, Lieutenant General Joe Inge and Brigadier General Jack Mountcastle. Register for this virtual event: vawarmemorial.org/events Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YvvHPAn7QKasBtjyoYZPIg

Comic books have a unique way of portraying war and service. Join Virginia War Memorial Archivist Steph Haeg as she uses materials from the archives to explore comics and the way that veterans have shaped comic books. Register for this virtual event: vawarmemorial.org/events Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jTq9Bd8tSOe6S5TcPdjlgw

Close out Memorial Day with patriotic music provided by the Richmond Cadet Alumni Band and Friends. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs to enjoy the patriotic music with our Shrine of Memory: 20th Century as the backdrop.

Honor those who have died in U.S. military service. We will have guest speakers, patriotic music and the laying of wreaths in their Shrine of Memory: 20th Century. The ceremony will be broadcasted live and livestreamed on various websites and Facebook pages. For this reason, attendees are encouraged to arrive no later than 10:45 am.…

Feldpost is the German military mail service. Join Virginia War Memorial Education Director, Jim Triesler, as he explores life inside Germany during World War II, by examining the letters and photographs of soldiers and their loved ones. Register early for this virtual event: vawarmemorial.org/events Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HxL2SeaKQOekXXA6I6glVw

The United States Fleet Forces Command Band will present an outdoor concert in commemoration of the inaugural Navy Week in Richmond.  

As part of the inaugural “Richmond Navy Week” the Virginia War Memorial is proud to be hosting an outdoor concert with the United States Fleet Forces Command Band.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to serve in the military? Join as they speak with Krystina Diman about her service in the Army's Mortuary Affairs. Learn how the military honors the remains of our fallen soldiers with dignity and respect. Register early for this virtual event: vawarmemorial.org/events Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rBMO5CrWSvaTB92OKZB2HA