Reflecting on 20 years since 9/11

Season 2021

About the Episode

SSG Joe Phaneuf died December 15, 2006 in Afghanistan when an IED detonated near his humvee during combat operations in Operation Enduring Freedom. Left to grieve were his wife Michele, a son in high school and two young daughters. Watch the National Memorial Day Concert Sunday, May 30, 8/7c, to hear Joe's story and to remember all those lost on 9/11 and in the wars that ensued.

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Extras

The National Memorial Day Concert Highlight Reel

The Concert honors our country’s veterans, service men and women and military families.

4:44
2017 National Memorial Day Concert Preview

Watch the 2017 National Memorial Day Concert on Sunday, May 28 at 8/7c on PBS.

0:29
Who Will You Remember?

Gold Star Mother Kelly Swanson honors her son who was killed in Iraq July 22, 2006.

2:10
2017 National Memorial Day Concert Featured Highlights

Watch a preview of the 2017 National Memorial Day Concert.

2:00
Trent Harmon Performs the National Anthem

Trent Harmon performs the national anthem on the 2016 concert.

1:47
Alfie Boe Performs "Forever Young" at the 2016 Concert

Alfie Boe performs "Forever Young" at the 2016 National Memorial Day Concert.

4:26
Katharine McPhee Performs a Medley at the 2016 Concert

Katharine McPhee performs a medley at the 2016 National Memorial Day Concert.

3:03
Renée Fleming Performs "How Can I Keep From Singing"

Renée Fleming performs "How Can I Keep From Singing" on the 2016 concert.

4:50
The Beach Boys Perform "Surfin' USA" at the 2016 Concert

The Beach Boys perform "Surfin' USA" on the 2016 National Memorial Day Concert.

2:31
Trace Adkins Performs "Arlington" at the 2016 Concert

Trace Adkins performs "Arlington" on the 2016 National Memorial Day Concert.

4:26