From the first shots of the Revolutionary War to the men and women serving our country today, this nation owes an immeasurable debt of gratitude to our veterans. Even so, the simple act of reaching out to all veterans today to say "thank you" speaks volumes. Join The National WWII Museum in New Orleans this Veterans Day as we raise our voices together to say "Thank you for my freedom."
Our goal is to garner 1 million Thank Yous for our veterans. Add your voice by submitting a story, photo or video. It can even be as simple spreading the word via Facebook and Twitter. Help us show our veterans that their service and sacrifice is appreciated.
Three Ways to Say Thank You
Write
Tell us what Veterans Day means to you, honor a veteran who has touched your life, or just say "thank you" with a written message.
Tell us why Veterans Day is important, what freedom means to you, honor a personal connection or just say "thank you" with a video tribute through Facebook or our website.
Be sure to share with your friends once it's up so that they can like your message. Those with the most likes will be incorporated into onsite displays for Veterans Day events at The National WWII Museum.
Be sure to ask your Twitter followers to retweet. Those with the most retweets will be incorporated into onsite displays for Veterans Day events at The National WWII Museum.
Once it's up, let your friends know so that they can like your message. Those with the most likes will be incorporated into onsite displays for Veterans Day events at The National WWII Museum.
Snap a Photo
Add Your Photo with Facebook
Step 1If you haven't already, join our Facebook community.
Be sure to share with your friends once it's up so that they can like your photo. Those with the most likes will be incorporated into onsite displays for Veterans Day events at The National WWII Museum.
Once it's up, let your friends know so that they can like your photo. Those with the most likes will be incorporated into onsite displays for Veterans Day events at The National WWII Museum.
Shoot a Video
Upload Your Video on Facebook
Step 1If you haven't already, join our Facebook community.
Be sure to share with your friends once it's up so that they can like your video. Those with the most likes will be incorporated into onsite displays for Veterans Day events at The National WWII Museum.
Don't Have Facebook?
Step 1Record a video of your Thank You message.
Step 2Post your video via our website. Videos will be reviewed and posted to The National WWII Museum’s Facebook page with your name.
Once it’s up, let your friends know so that they can like your video. Those with the most likes will be incorporated into onsite displays for Veterans Day events at The National WWII Museum.
Add Your "Thank You" to our Road to Victory
As you take the time to say "Thank you for my freedom" to our nation's veterans, consider adding your voice to the thousands in the Museum's Road to Victory. For just $200, you can purchase a brick to honor a personal connection or all veterans who served to preserve freedom. The message could be as simple as a "Thank You" with your family name. Don't miss the chance to create a tribute that will last for years to come. Your purchase supports the work of The National WWII Museum to preserve the legacy of the greatest generation.
All veterans will receive free admission to Museum galleries on Saturday, November 10 – Sunday, November 11. WWII veterans receive free admission to Museum galleries and the 4D film, Beyond All Boundaries, year-round due to generous donations from our supporters.
Saturday, November 10, 2012
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Museum exhibits open
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Hourly showings of the 4D film, Beyond All Boundaries
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Area knitters and crocheters will hold a knit-in and distribute scarves submitted from across the country to WWII vets.
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Orlin Corey’s Voices: A Spoken Word Tribute to Veterans
Pacific-Band of Brothers
The National WWII Museum WWII Veteran Cap
Thank You Veterans For My Freedom T-Shirt