Lest We Forget

WWII Public Display and Battle Recreation

Land ~ Air ~ Sea

Friday, June 29 - Setup 1pm - 10pm, Vehicle Parade 5pm

Saturday, June 30 - Open 8am – 5pm, Beach Landings 9am, Hangar Dance 7pm

Sunday, July 1 - Open 8am - 3pm, Ground Battle 1pm

Lest We Forget is a non profit organization dedicated to promoting patriotism by honoring the men and women of the military. Its mission of "brightening the future by illuminating the past" will focus this year’s celebration on the World War II veterans and home front era.

This two day World War II recreation event will be in St. Joseph and Benton Harbor, Michigan. The Southwest Michigan Regional Airport will host the WWII encampment displays and battle demonstrations. St. Joseph will be the site recreating two beach landings; PTO and MTO. Other activities include aircraft displays and hangar dance.

All allied and axis units interested in participating must be members of the WWII Historical Re-enactment Society, Inc. (HRS) or a recognized re-enactment society. HRS authenticity and safety standards will be enforced and can be found at http://www.worldwartwohrs.org. Political flags or uniforms will not be permitted. Registration ends June 22nd.

Click the "Register Now" link above to register.

2009 Photos - http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.376589830885.157890.322433385885&type=3

2009 Video Promo = http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWZY9rTLNFk&list=UUDXOaBIDUjoamawC3iAn-Jw&index=5&feature=plcp