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2018 American Legion New EBD V1.Indd IN ALLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL WWII MUSEUM ACROSS WARS2 The American Legion Centennial Commemorative Tour Paris • Reims • Compiègne • Soissons • Verdun BellEau Wood • Normandy September 3-11, 2018 & September 30-October 8, 2018 Save $1,000 per couple when booked by March 1, 2018 “The American Legion wishes to call to the attention of the American people the record of achievements that have been accomplished by The American Legion during the 100 years since its founding, to emphasize the impact the organization has had upon the American society, and the extent of its contributions to the national security and the welfare of military veterans, their families and their communities...The American Legion wishes to set forth the objectives and the aims that will motivate its programs and activities during the years ahead and to illustrate the contribution made to the future of our country as intended by these programs and activities ....” Resolution No. 31, Spring 2011 PHOTO COURTESY OF ALAMY STOCK: THE FIRST CAUCUS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION PARIS, FRANCE – MARCH 1919 2 | VISIT US AT WW2MUSEUMTOURS.ORG CALL US AT 1-877-813-3329 X 257 | 3 ACROSS WARS2 The American Legion Centennial Commemorative Tour Dear Legionnaires, Whether your American Legion post was chartered in 1919 or 1991, it has a story. Behind every namesake, there was a man or woman who made an important contribution or sacrifice. In times of tragedy, triumph and troop support, your post has stepped up and proudly served, helped others and left a mark that will not be forgotten. The 100th anniversary of The American Legion is not only an opportunity to look back on all your post has achieved. It is also the perfect time to chart a course for the second century. New generations of veterans depend on the kind of vision shared and expressed by the World War I-era founders. Now, for the first time ever, The American Legion, in alliance with The National WWII Museum in New Orleans, is offering Legionnaires the opportunity to travel to France to celebrate our 100th birthday. Visit the famous American Legion Paris Post #1, stand where the World War I armistice was signed in Compiègne, walk on Omaha Beach, and honor the sacrifices of those who served before us in World War I and World War II. We invite you to participate, celebrate, commemorate, and learn what it means to be a Legionnaire by experiencing where it all started. Sincerely, The American Legion LES BRAVES SCULPTURE, VIERVILLE-SUR-MER, NORMANDY 4 | VISIT US AT WW2MUSEUMTOURS.ORG CALL US AT 1-877-813-3329 X 257 | 5 The American Legion, with a current membership of 2.1 million wartime veterans, was founded in 1919 on the four pillars of a strong national security, veterans affairs, ACROSS Americanism, and youth programs. Now approaching a full century in existence, The American Legion embarks upon its Centennial Celebration which is not only about honoring the past 100 years of history, but also preparing to continue the legacy of service. WARS2 In alliance with The National WWII Museum educational travel program, The American The American Legion Centennial Legion invites you to join us as we explore the battle sites across France from World War Commemorative Tour I and World War II. Across Two Wars: The American Legion Centennial Commemorative Tour honors the service and sacrifice of all who fought to protect our freedoms over the past 100 years, and brings to light the continued work of the Legion as we embark on a new century of bettering communities around the world. TWO DATES Available! September 3-11, 2018 & September 30-October 8, 2018 Only $3,995 pp double occupancy when booked by March 1, 2018* *Taxes and fees $199 per person additional “FIRST TO FIGHT.” A GROUP OF US MARINES. US MARINE CORPS RECRUITING PUBLICITY BUREAU, 1918 6 | VISIT US AT WW2MUSEUMTOURS.ORG CALL US AT 1-877-813-3329 X 257 | 7 Tour Inclusions • Full-time logistical Tour Manager • Private, first-class, air conditioned motor coach transportation • Expert local battlefield guides • 8 Breakfasts, 6 lunches and 4 dinners • Roundtrip airport transfers (when arriving and departing on • Free flow beer, wine, and soft drinks with included lunches and dinners scheduled group tour dates) • Welcome and farewell receptions • Four-star accommodation in the heart of Paris • Included gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, and • Four-star accommodation in the ancient city of Reims servers • Historic, fully-renovated accommodations in Normandy • Customized map book of your journey, including useful battlefield maps and archival images • VIP access to sites not offered on other tours • Personal journal and pen to document your journey • Video Oral History presentations from the Museum collection • Document wallet, personalized luggage tags, and customized • Personal listening devices on all included touring name badge • Complimentary bottled water on all touring days 8 | VISIT US AT WW2MUSEUMTOURS.ORG CALL US AT 1-877-813-3329 X 257 | 9 Celebrate at The American Legion Paris Post #1 in the City of Lights ACROSS WARS2 The American Legion Centennial Commemorative Tour Day 1: Arrival in Paris, France 1 Upon arrival at Charles de Gaulle Airport, guests are warmly welcomed and transferred to the Hotel L’Echiquier Opéra in the heart of Paris. Enjoy free time this afternoon to explore the heart of Paris or relax in the hotel. Meet fellow guests this evening for a welcome reception and dinner celebrating the founding of the American Legion and its century of contributions to the country, its communities, and its veterans. Accommodations Hotel L’Echiquier Opera Paris (R, D) AERIAL VIEW OF PARIS 10 | VISIT US AT WW2MUSEUMTOURS.ORG CALL US AT 1-877-813-3329 X 257 | 11 US Air Force personnel participating in the Remembrance Day ceremony at The Lafayette Escadrille Memorial ACROSS of Marnes-la-Coquette in 2013. WARS2 The American Legion Centennial Commemorative Tour DaY 2: Paris, France & The American Legion’s Historic Paris Post #1 2 Enjoy a morning at leisure before departing the hotel for The American Legion Historic Paris Post #1, established December 13, 1919, nine months after the first Caucus meetings of the Legion in March of that year. After an included lunch, afternoon touring commemorates the fallen soldiers of World War I and World War II, beginning at the Lafayette Escadrille Memorial Cemetery. Hear the story of the birth of American combat aviation and honor the 68 members of the Lafayette Flying Corps who gave their lives during World War I. The day ends at Suresnes American Cemetery, where the remains of 1,541 Americans who lost their lives in World War I rest alongside the names of 24 World War II servicemen still missing in action. Enjoy the evening exploring the City of Lights on your own. Accommodations Hotel L’Echiquier Opera Paris (B, L) COURTESY OF THOMAS SAMSON/AFP/GETTY IMAGES 12 | VISIT US AT WW2MUSEUMTOURS.ORG CALL US AT 1-877-813-3329 X 257 | 13 Victory in Europe Armistice Signing Ceremony Between Germany and Allied Nations,Compiègne, France- November 11, 1918. Courtesy Chronicle /Alamy Stock Photo 14 | VISIT US AT WW2MUSEUMTOURS.ORG CALL US AT 1-877-813-3329 X 257 | 15 Railway carriage where armistice treaty was signed ACROSS on November 11, 1918, Compiègne Forest WARS2 The American Legion Centennial Commemorative Tour Day 3: Compiègne / Soissons / Reims 3 Bid adieu to Paris and travel to Reims to visit the site where World War I ended. In Compiègne,the Armistice Museum and Memorial commemorates the armistice which ended World War I, and the collection includes objects that were present at the signing of the Treaty of Versailles in 1919. A period train car tells the story of the French surrender to the Nazis in 1940. Continue to Soissons and enjoy an included lunch before touring the World War I battle sites surrounding the town where, from July 18-22, 1918, French, British, and American forces advanced on territory occupied by Germans since their spring 1918 offensives. Both sides suffered tremendous casualties as the Allied Forces ultimately succeeded in securing the area. Check into the Hôtel de la Paix on arrival in Reims this afternoon, before joining the group for an included dinner this evening. Accommodations Hôtel de la Paix Reims, Reims, France (B, L) COURTESY OF PHOTONONSTOP / ALAMY STOCK PHOTO 16 | VISIT US AT WW2MUSEUMTOURS.ORG CALL US AT 1-877-813-3329 X 257 | 17 Military Cemetery of World War I Douaumont, Douaumont Ossuary ACROSS WARS2 The American Legion Centennial Commemorative Tour Day 4: Reims / St. Mihiel / Verdun 4 Study the Verdun and the Meuse-Argonne Offensive today with the first stop at St. Mihiel, where General Pershing’s detailed operations led to a significant American victory. After lunch in Verdun, visit the Douaumont Ossuary, where the remains of at least 130,000 French and German soldiers are interred, exposing the stark reality of the 300 days of the Battle of Verdun. The day ends with the story of the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, the last Allied offensive of World War I. The American Expeditionary Force played a major role in the offensive that brought about the end of the war, but suffered more than 120,000 casualties. Enjoy an evening at leisure in Reims after returning from the day’s touring. Accommodations Hotel d’Argouges, Bayeux, France (B, L) COURTESY OF PHOTONONSTOP / ALAMY STOCK PHOTO 18 | VISIT US AT WW2MUSEUMTOURS.ORG CALL US AT 1-877-813-3329 X 257 | 19 The American war memorial at Château-Thierry, Aisne, France. ACROSS WARS2 The American Legion Centennial Commemorative Tour Day 5: Château-Thierry / Belleau Wood / Normandy 5 After an early breakfast, the journey begins to the Normandy region.
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