Memorial Day Videos

A Memorial Day Tribute

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

HISTORY salutes the American soldier.

Dick Winters on Brecourt Manor Assault

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

In this History Channel video, learn about the Brecourt Manor Assault at Utah Beach during the Normandy Invasion in World War II. Major Dick Walters reflects on how his team of 12 Marines took out a cannon outpost from the waiting German Army.

Randy James: Memories of Iwo Jima

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

In this History Channel video, the Battle of Iwo Jima during the Pacific Campaign in World War II is recounted by marine Sgt. Randy Jones. He reflects on the battles involving the 22,000 Japanese soldiers hiding underground, who attacked by night.

Kenneth M. Taylor at Pearl Harbor

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The Japanese attack of Pearl Harbor during World War II is described by marine 2nd Lt. Kenneth Taylor as a day of confusion and bravery. Hear him recall pulling on tuxedo pants, hopping into his car and jumping into a plane to defend Pearl Harbor.

Richard Young Recalls Pearl Harbor

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0800

December 7, 1941 was the blackest day in United States Naval history. On this day, Japanese planes attacked the United Sates naval base at Pearl Harbor. Hear Robert Young, a Pearl Harbor survivor, relate his story in this video.

Wilbur Wilson Recalls Tarawa

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

In this History Channel video, the Battle of Tarawa in the Pacific Theater during World War II is recounted by a marine named Wilbur Wilson. He said the Japanese Imperial Marines defended Tarawa Island. The fierce battle included flame throwers.

History of Memorial Day

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

A look at the official beginning of summer and America's most solemn holiday.

History Rewind: 1958 Indy 500

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0800

In a History Rewind video, on Memorial Day in Indianapolis, one of the most spectacular races in the history of the 500 mile auto classis is held. In the very first lap, an incredible thirteen car pile-up takes place.

Soldier Returns from WWII

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

In this video clip, a veteran of World War II talks about what it was like to return home from the war. It was especially emotional for him, for he was injured in battle and was a prisoner of war.

Vietnam Memorial Honors Sacrifice

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

In this The Complete History of The Green Berets video clip: The Complete History of The Green Berets takes a brief look at the Vietnam Memorial Wall and what sacrifice really means to the United States.