2015 National Memorial Day Concert Featured Highlights

Season 2015

About the Episode

The 2015 National Memorial Day Concert will feature the stories of courageous American heroes disabled for life; shine a spotlight on gold star Children who have lost a parent to war; and commemorate the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II.

Aired: | Expires: | Runtime: 3m 11s

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Extras

How One Military Family Overcame Tragedy

Hear the story of a Gold Star family, the Grahams, who lost their sons Jeffrey and Kevin.

6:35
A Vietnam Medic's Journey

Hear the experiences of U.S. Army combat medic Francis Whitebird while serving in Vietnam.

9:02
Cynthia Erivo Performs "Requiem for a Soldier"

Cynthia Erivo sings "Requiem for a Soldier" on the 2018 National Memorial Day Concert.

3:44
Salute to Services

The Salute to Services performance.

3:16
Paying Tribute to Medal of Honor Recipients

A tribute to Medal of Honor recipients.

5:56
Pia Toscano Sings "God Bless America"

Pia Toscano sings "God Bless America."

3:28
Celebrating 100 Years of the Lincoln Memorial

We celebrate 100 years of the Lincoln Memorial.

4:02
A Gold Star Family's Story of Resilience

The story of Gold Star family, the Grahams.

8:49
Pia Toscano Sings the National Anthem

Pia Toscano sings "The National Anthem."

2:13
The Story of Francis Whitebird, Vietnam Medic

The story of Vietnam medic, Francis Whitebird.

8:29