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Belleau Wood to be Closed on Certain Dates in Oct., Nov., Dec., and Jan.

Published October 12, 2018

To ensure the safety of visitors, Belleau Wood will be closed on the following dates and times due to scheduled hunts in the area. Approved and controlled by French government authorities, these hunts occur to help control the deer and wild boar population. Roads leading to Belleau Wood will be closed, and signage will be posted to keep visitors informed.

October 27, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

November 17, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

December 2, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

December 29, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

January 26, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

 

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The American Battle Monuments Commission operates and maintains 26 cemeteries and 31 federal memorials, monuments and commemorative plaques in 17 countries throughout the world, including the United States. 

Since March 4, 1923, the ABMC’s sacred mission remains to honor the service, achievements, and sacrifice of more than 200,000 U.S. service members buried and memorialized at our sites. 

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