A Tribute to WWII's Greatest Generation

Season 2025

About the Episode

Gary Sinise and Esai Morales honor those who served our country during the second World War on the 2025 National Memorial Day Concert, aired Sunday, May 25, 2025 on PBS.

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Extras

Brian d'Arcy James Performs "You'll Be in My Heart"

Brian d'Arcy James performed "You'll Be in My Heart" at the 2021 Concert.

2:47
How One Military Family Overcame Tragedy

Hear the story of a Gold Star family, the Grahams, who lost their sons Jeffrey and Kevin.

6:35
A Vietnam Medic's Journey

Hear the experiences of U.S. Army combat medic Francis Whitebird while serving in Vietnam.

9:02
Cynthia Erivo Performs "Requiem for a Soldier"

Cynthia Erivo sings "Requiem for a Soldier" on the 2018 National Memorial Day Concert.

3:44
Salute to Services

The Salute to Services performance.

3:16
Paying Tribute to Medal of Honor Recipients

A tribute to Medal of Honor recipients.

5:56
Pia Toscano Sings "God Bless America"

Pia Toscano sings "God Bless America."

3:28
Celebrating 100 Years of the Lincoln Memorial

We celebrate 100 years of the Lincoln Memorial.

4:02
A Gold Star Family's Story of Resilience

The story of Gold Star family, the Grahams.

8:49
Pia Toscano Sings the National Anthem

Pia Toscano sings "The National Anthem."

2:13