The following Web sites have been very helpful in pulling this story together. These sites are also active in preserving the memories and honoring the sacrifices of the men and women of World War II.

Veterans History Project
A project of the American Folklife Center of the Library of Congress. Every war generation has a story to tell, and the Veterans History Project sets out to preserve those stories. Men and women who participated in World War I (1914-1920), World War II (1939-1946), and the Korean (1950-1955), Vietnam (1961-1975) and Persian Gulf (1990-1995) wars — whether civilian or military — are encouraged to share their experiences through audio or video. This is also an excellent place to learn history from those who lived it.

The National D-Day Memorial Foundation
In 1944, with a population of about 3,200, Bedford, Va., lost 20 of its soldiers during the D-Day invasions. Proportionally, this small town suffered the nation's largest D-Day casualties. The memorial located in Bedford serves to remember and honor the sacrifices of all men and women, from small and large towns across the United States, who died on the beaches of Normandy.

The National D-Day Museum, New Orleans
The National D-Day Museum was designated by Congress as "America's National World War II Museum." It features permanent and temporary exhibits housed at the museum, and online interactive components.