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On the eve of Memorial Day, a star-studded lineup will grace the stage for one of the highest-rated programs on PBS. For over 35 years, this multiple-award-winning television event has honored the military service and sacrifice of all our men and women in uniform, their families at home, and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Hear how Kirstie Ennis overcame the loss of her left leg in combat.
Hear Vietnam veteran and Gold Star father Allen Hoe's moving story.
Vietnam veteran Allen Hoe lost 18 buddies to war in 1968. He made it his mission to bring them home.
Funding is provided by Lockheed Martin, the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans the National Park Service, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the Department of the Army, General Dynamics, 84 Lumber and American Airlines.
Episodes
Watch the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert in its entirety.
Watch the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert in its entirety.
Extras
Hear U.S. Army soldier Jack Moran's story of service during WWII.
Ruthie Ann Miles performs "The Star Spangled Banner" on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert.
Jena Malone tells the story of Kirstie Ennis on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert.
The full cast of the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert performs "God Bless America."
Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise tribute Korean War veterans on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert.
Ruthie Ann Miles performs "Aloha 'Oe" on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert.
BD Wong tells the story of Gold Star Father Allen Hoe on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert.
U.S. Army bugler SGM Matt Byrne performs "Taps" on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert.
US Marine Corps veteran Jamey Johnson performs "21 Guns" on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert.
Mary McCormack and Kirstie Ennis reach out to veterans on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert.
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