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Arts and Music

National Memorial Day Concert

On the eve of Memorial Day, a star-studded lineup will grace the stage for one of the highest-rated programs on PBS. For over 35 years, this multiple-award-winning television event has honored the military service and sacrifice of all our men and women in uniform, their families at home, and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Blair Underwood Honors Vietnam War Dustoff Pilot Otis Evans

7m 13s

Son of a decorated U.S. Army Vietnam War veteran, Blair Underwood shares the story of Col Otis D. Evans, a Vietnam veteran who served as a Dustoff pilot with the 101st Airborne Division flying medevac missions. The 2025 National Memorial Day Concert aired Sunday, May 25, 2025 on PBS.

Extras + Features

  • Blair Underwood Honors Vietnam War Dustoff Pilot Otis Evans: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Blair Underwood Honors Vietnam War Dustoff Pilot Otis Evans

    S2025 - 7m 13s

    Son of a decorated U.S. Army Vietnam War veteran, Blair Underwood shares the story of Col Otis D. Evans, a Vietnam veteran who served as a Dustoff pilot with the 101st Airborne Division flying medevac missions. The 2025 National Memorial Day Concert aired Sunday, May 25, 2025 on PBS.

  • A Tribute to WWII's Greatest Generation: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    A Tribute to WWII's Greatest Generation

    S2025 - 2m 42s

    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.

  • Esai Morales Presents a Tribute for the 75th Anniversary of the Korean War: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Esai Morales Presents a Tribute for the 75th Anniversary of the Korean War

    S2025 - 2m 56s

    2025 marks the 75th anniversary of a conflict that altered the global landscape. Korea was once called “The Forgotten War", but those who served there must not and will not be forgotten. With us at the 2025 National Memorial Day Concert were distinguished veterans of the Korean War. We are grateful to these American heroes. The 2025 National Memorial Day Concert aired Sunday, May 25, 2025 on PBS.

  • Angel Blue Performs the National Anthem: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Angel Blue Performs the National Anthem

    S2025 - 1m 59s

    Live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, two-time Grammy winner and proud military family member, Angel Blue performs the national anthem. The 2025 National Memorial Day Concert aired Sunday, May 25, 2025 on PBS.

  • Robert Patrick Shares the Story of Iwo Jima Veteran Donald Graves: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Robert Patrick Shares the Story of Iwo Jima Veteran Donald Graves

    S2025 - 7m 59s

    Robert Patrick shares the story of U.S. Marine Corps veteran Don Graves, a flamethrower who stormed the black sands of Iwo Jima in one of the bloodiest battles in Marine Corps history. The 2025 National Memorial Day Concert aired Sunday, May 25, 2025 on PBS.

  • Military Choruses Perform "This Is My Country": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Military Choruses Perform "This Is My Country"

    S2025 - 2m 44s

    The choruses of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force, accompanied by the National Symphony Orchestra, perform “This Is My Country”, honoring the 250th anniversary of the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps. The 2025 National Memorial Day Concert aired Sunday, May 25, 2025 on PBS.

  • Scotty Hasting Performs "I'm America": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Scotty Hasting Performs "I'm America"

    S2025 - 2m 57s

    Opening America’s national night of remembrance is ‪Scotty Hasting, Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient, performing his song “I’m America” in tribute to our nation’s service members. The 2025 National Memorial Day Concert aired Sunday, May 25, 2025 on PBS.

  • Scotty Hasting Performs "Red, White, and Blue": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Scotty Hasting Performs "Red, White, and Blue"

    S2025 - 3m 12s

    Remembering the sacrifice of the fallen and their families, country music star, U.S. Army veteran, and Purple Heart recipient, ‪Scotty Hasting‬ performs his song “Red, White and Blue”. The 2025 National Memorial Day Concert aired Sunday, May 25, 2025 on PBS.

  • Krista Simpson Anderson: A Gold Star Wife’s Mission to Serve (Teaser): asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Krista Simpson Anderson: A Gold Star Wife’s Mission to Serve (Teaser)

    S2025 - 1m 12s

    After losing her husband SSG Michael H. Simpson in 2013 to a fatal wound from an IED blast while serving in Afghanistan, Gold Star Wife Krista Simpson Anderson turned her grief into purpose, supporting fellow military and Gold Star Families and creating space for healing. Her strength, rooted in community and service, reminds us that even while navigating tragedy there are gifts along the way.

  • Don Graves: A Marine’s Story from Iwo Jima (Teaser): asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Don Graves: A Marine’s Story from Iwo Jima (Teaser)

    S2025 - 30s

    On the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII, the National Memorial Day Concert honors the millions of the Greatest Generation who served on the front lines and the home front. Among them is U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Don Graves, a flamethrower who stormed the black sands of Iwo Jima with the 5th Marine Division in one of the bloodiest battles in Marine Corps history.

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