Watch the National Memorial Day Concert on PBS, hosted by Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise. With all-star performances and tributes from Washington, D.C., the concert honors our men and women in uniform, their families at home and all those who have given their lives for our country. Airs Sunday, May 25, 2025, 8/7C.

In 1944, millions around the world held their breath as it fell to young servicemen like U.S. Army soldier John "Jack" Moran to stop Hitler's march across Europe. Hear Jack's account of his service, of the friends he lost and of the sacrifices made by our Greatest Generation.

After a helicopter crash in Afghanistan claimed her left leg and ended her military career, U.S. Marine Corps veteran Kirstie Ennis had to find a new purpose. Her inspiring journey has led her around the world as she honors and remembers America’s fallen heroes and reaches out to those struggling with the wounds of war.

Gold Star families know all too well the cost of freedom. When Vietnam veteran Allen Hoe’s son 1LT Nainoa K. Hoe was killed in Iraq, Allen experienced a parent’s worst nightmare. His journey through grief and search for peace after Nainoa's death inspired a lifelong commitment to healing the wounds of war by supporting those touched by its effects.

For Vietnam veteran Allen Hoe, serving in the military was a reflection of his Hawaiian warrior culture. On Mother’s Day, 1968, Allen lost 18 of his buddies, 10 classified as Missing in Action. Upon returning home, he made it his mission to locate the families of his fallen buddies, offering them comfort and doing everything in his power to bring his brother warriors to their final resting places.

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. delivers his address to members of the military and their families on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. Aired Sunday, May 26, 2024 on PBS.

Performing live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, star of the screen and stage, Ruthie Ann Miles performs "The Star Spangled Banner" on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. Aired Sunday, May 26, 2024 on PBS.

Golden Globe and SAG Award-nominated actress Jena Malone shares the moving story of U.S. Marine Corps veteran Kirstie Ennis, an inspiring adaptive athlete who carries with her the memory of her fallen brothers and sisters. The 2024 National Memorial Day Concert aired Sunday, May 26, 2024 on PBS.

Closing out an evening of remembrance with "God Bless America" is the all-star cast of 2024's National Memorial Day Concert. Aired Sunday, May 26, 2024 on PBS.

Longtime advocates for the men and women of our armed services, co-hosts Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise pay tribute to Korean War veterans on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. Aired Sunday, May 26, 2024 on PBS.

Hawaii's own star of stage and screen, Ruthie Ann Miles, performs for our nation’s fallen heroes and their families the traditional Hawaiian folk song "Aloha 'Oe" on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. Aired Sunday, May 26, 2024 on PBS.

Tony Award-winning actor and director BD Wong pays tribute to fallen heroes and Gold Star families in recounting the story of Vietnam veteran and Gold Star father Allen Hoe, his search for peace after his son’s death, and a chance meeting at the Vietnam Women's Memorial. The 2024 National Memorial Day Concert aired Sunday, May 26, 2024 on PBS.

In honor of the fallen and their families, U.S. Army SGM Matt Byrne performs the bugle call signal "Taps" on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. Aired Sunday, May 26, 2024 on PBS.

U.S. Marine Corps veteran and country music star Jamey Johnson debuts his powerful new single "21 Guns" honoring the service and sacrifice of our nation's military on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. Aired Sunday, May 26, 2024 on PBS.

Daughter of two Marines, award-winning actress Mary McCormack welcomes U.S. Marine Corps veteran Kirstie Ennis onstage to deliver a message of hope and support for our service members and their families on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. Aired Sunday, May 26, 2024 on PBS.

Maestro Jack Everly leads the National Symphony Orchestra in a performance of the patriotic "Armed Forces Medley" on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. Aired Sunday, May 26, 2024 on PBS.

The incredible Cynthia Erivo delivers a poignant performance of "Reach Out and Touch (Somebody's Hand)" on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert, reminding us of the healing power of connection. Aired Sunday, May 26, 2024 on PBS.

Academy of Country Music Award-winning, multi-platinum-selling country music icon Gary LeVox performs "I Won’t Let Go" on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. Aired Sunday, May 26, 2024 on PBS.

Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award winner and two-time Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo performs "When You Believe" in tribute to our wounded, ill and injured veterans on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. Aired Sunday, May 26, 2024 on PBS.

Legendary Rascal Flatts member Gary LeVox honors the sacrifices made by our country's fallen heroes, veterans, and military families, performing the beloved ballad "Bless the Broken Road" on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. Aired May 26, 2024 on PBS.