TOPICS: D-Day National D-Day Memorial Commemoration ceremony 81st anniversary Normandy Virginia military officials Governor Youngkin World War II veterans

(WSET) — Friday marks the 81st anniversary of the storming of Normandy, also known as D-Day.

The National D-Day Memorial in Bedford is a tribute to the soldiers lost during that mission.

On Friday, Virginia military officials and Governor Youngkin will speak at a ceremony at the memorial.

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Special guests include World War two veterans.

The event is free to the public with gates opening at 9:30 a.m. The ceremony starts at 11 a.m.

If you're unable to attend, you can watch on our website here .

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