Ribbon Cutting Ends Official Dedication Of National Memorial Of Military Ascent
The monument’s dramatic design pays tribute to the Army Rangers whose wartime climb shaped one of the invasion’s most enduring stories. Its public debut signals a major milestone for organizers.
Staff Report
GRAFTON — The National Memorial of Military Ascent was officially dedicated Saturday morning in Grafton during a June 6, 2026, ceremony marking the 82nd anniversary of D-Day and opening the site to the public for the first time.The ceremony concluded with an official ribbon-cutting, after which guests were invited to visit the monument and view the memorial’s tribute to veterans and the American spirit of service and sacrifice.Veterans, military families, elected officials, community...
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