WATCH THE OFFICIAL MEMORIAL OPENING

17-Sep-2021

The Official Opening of the British Normandy Memorial took place on 6 June 2021.

Restrictions caused by the Covid pandemic meant that very few UK-based guests could travel to Normandy.

Guests gathered at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire and watched a live satellite link from the site in France.

Watch the official opening from Ver-sur-Mer.

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Always Remembered Book

With a specially written Foreword by His Majesty the King, Always Remembered tells the story in words and pictures of how the British Normandy Memorial was created.

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The British Normandy Memorial 'Norman D.Mouse' Toy

’Norman D. Mouse’ plush soft toy suitable for ages 6-9.

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D-DAY 80 British Normandy Memorial Cap

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