"My father, Lt. Ralph J. Bishop Jr. of Cleveland, Ohio was a tank commander at the Battle of the Bulge. He died on the second day of fighting. I was five months old … Memorial Day was the only day my mother flew the flag, and the only flag she ever flew was the one the army returned to her instead of my father. She never remarried.”

Ralph Bishop, III

The Concert

2012 Features

Veterans & Fallen Heroes

The 2012 “National Memorial Day Concert” honored the 42 million men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. We also recognized the two and a half million Americans who have been killed or wounded in service; in larger conflicts such as WWII, Vietnam, and Afghanistan; in smaller actions such as Somalia, Panama, and Beirut; and during peacetime accidents.

A Tribute To Our Fallen Heroes From All Wars

General Colin Powell will deliver a tribute to the fallen service members

General Colin Powell delivered a tribute to the fallen service members who have defended America throughout its history, honoring their sacrifice, dedication to country, and commitment to duty.

As we remember their sacrifice, we should also not forget the veterans who are returning home - many of them wounded - and in need of support.

Please visit our list of employment resources to learn how to help our veterans return to work.