Preserving the Pulse of History

COMITÉ DU DÉBARQUEMENT organizes and manages cultural and heritage activities around historic sites and monuments, offering the public educational and memorial experiences that strengthen the knowledge of history, foster social cohesion, and stimulate civic engagement while preserving and promoting local heritage.

Our Social Impact

Preserving the past to enrich our shared future.

Students and community members engaging at a historic landmark
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Living Educational Landmarks

We are redefining the purpose of historical sites. Moving beyond static monuments, we transform these spaces into dynamic, living environments for education. By organizing immersive cultural activities, we ensure the profound lessons of our shared history actively engage and inspire today's generations.

A diverse community gathering for a memorial event
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Fostering Social Cohesion

Our heritage sites serve as vital gathering places that bridge generational and cultural divides. Through carefully curated commemorative events and shared experiences, we cultivate a deep sense of belonging, transforming historical awareness into active civic engagement and community unity.

15+
Sites Managed
500K+
Annual Visitors
200+
Educational Workshops
10+
Years of Impact

Our Impact

Educational Initiatives

Fostering a deeper understanding of our shared history through immersive, on-site learning experiences. We engage the next generation to ensure the legacy of the past continues to inform our future.

Bayeux Workshop, 2023
Bayeux Workshop, 2023
Omaha Beach Guided Tour, 2023
Omaha Beach Guided Tour, 2023
Memorial Reflection, 2024
Memorial Reflection, 2024
Heritage Preservation Seminar, 2024
Heritage Preservation Seminar, 2024
Youth Ambassador Program, 2023
Youth Ambassador Program, 2023
Artifact Analysis, 2024
Artifact Analysis, 2024

Upcoming Commemorations

Join us in honoring history and preserving our shared heritage through these upcoming public events. We invite the community to participate in our mission of remembrance.

Jun06

80th Anniversary D-Day Memorial Ceremony

09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Omaha Beach Memorial Site
Jul14

Heritage Walk: In the Footsteps of Heroes

10:00 AM – 02:00 PM
Bayeux Historic Center
Sep02

Educational Symposium: Voices of the Past

01:00 PM – 05:00 PM
Comité du Débarquement Headquarters
Nov11

Remembrance Day Vigil & Wreath Laying

11:00 AM – 01:00 PM
Bayeux War Cemetery

Be a Part of the Living Memory

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