Montgomery – Governor Kay Ivey today released a video message to mark the 80th Independence Day.th The anniversary of D-Day pays tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought on 6 June 1944.
In a poignant reminder of the valor and sacrifice of the Greatest Generation, Governor Ivey reflected on the courage of the soldiers and honored the memory of those who never returned. The Governor shared a personal connection to this historic day, recalling his father, B.N. Ivey, landing in Normandy six days after the initial invasion.
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Today is a solemn and important day in our country’s history – the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
On this day in 1944, thousands of brave men joined forces on the beaches of Normandy in a powerful display of courage and commitment that changed the course of World War II.
Our soldiers demonstrated the indomitable spirit of an entire generation determined to preserve freedom and democracy.
Among those brave men was my father, B.N. Ivy. Six days after D-Day began, he landed in Normandy as part of the ongoing effort to gain a foothold in Europe.
My father often shared stories of the friendship and sacrifices he made during his time there.
He spoke of the resilience of himself and his teammates, whose qualities helped them overcome unimaginable challenges.
Today, as we remember the valor of those who fought, we also honor the memory of those who never returned.
Their legacy is our freedom, and their sacrifice is forever etched into the fabric of our history.
Thank you to all of our veterans and active service members. Your courage ensured our freedom.
God bless Alabama and the United States of America!
For your publication and broadcast purposes, the Governor’s video message can also be downloaded from here:
https://youtu.be/tdwzxqEhoLc
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