Victory in Europe Ceremony

U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Airmen pose for a group photo during Victory Day for World War II celebration at the Luxembourg American Cemetery, Luxembourg, May 8.
U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Airmen perform the Presentation of Colors during Victory Day for World War II celebration at the Luxembourg American Cemetery, Luxembourg, May 8.
U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Day G. Turner 319th Infantry Division soldier lays to rest at Luxembourg American Cemetery, Luxembourg, May 8. Turner led a nine-man squad in defending a critical position in Dahl, Luxembourg, against overwhelming German forces, engaging in fierce hand-to-hand combat and repelling the enemy after a four-hour battle, resulting in 25 prisoners taken and 11 enemy dead.
U.S. Airmen assigned to the 86th Airlift Wing Base Honor Guard perform the Presentation of Colors during the Victory Day for World War II celebration at Luxembourg American Cemetery, Luxembourg, May 8.
Flowers are displayed at the chapel during the Victory Day for World War II celebration at the Luxembourg American Cemetery, Luxembourg, May 8. The ceremony honored the legacy and profound sacrifices of U.S. service members who helped shape history through the liberation of Europe.