Browse photos, videos, interactive websites and apps dedicated to memorializing those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces overseas. Their service, achievements, and sacrifice are illuminated — dive in to learn more.
Photos
Staff at Brookwood American Cemetery are available in the visitor building to assist guests. Photo Credit: Warrick Page/American Battle Monuments Commission.
The names of 563 Americans who were considered missing in action, or lost or buried at sea during World War I are honored at Brookwood American Cemetery. Photo Credit: Warrick Page/American Battle Monuments Commission.
The entrance to the chapel at Brookwood American Cemetery is marked by bronze doors. Photo Credit: Warrick Page/American Battle Monuments Commission.
The exterior of the chapel at Brookwood American Cemetery includes this inscription: "Perpetual light upon them shines." Photo Credit: Warrick Page/American Battle Monuments Commission.
Videos
The American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC) was established by Congress in 1923 as an independent federal agency to oversee its sacred mission in perpetuity.
The American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC) was created in 1923 to commemorate the service and sacrifice of the U.S. Armed Forces.
More than 200,000 American fallen and Missing in Action (MIA) are interred and honored at our cemeteries and memorials.
More than a half million Americans gave their life during World War I and World War II. They died fighting to protect freedom and democracy around the world. Hear family members remember those they lost, who are buried overseas in North Africa American Cemetery.
Watch coverage of the 2015 Memorial Day Ceremony at Brookwood American Cemetery. Video courtesy of the 501st Combat Support Wing.
Interactives
Pilots battled air-to-air to gain control of the sky. While the United States did not officially enter the war until nearly three years after it began, the “Flying Yanks” of World War I were into the fight well before that.
Experience the history of World War I with this interactive timeline. View maps, watch videos, see photos and read about the events that shaped the war.
Can’t find what you’re looking for?
Look at our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about ABMC, and other agencies that have relevant information.