Panetta, local vets observe D-Day anniversary in France

SALINAS, Calif. - President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel marked the 75th anniversary of D-Day with speeches honoring the sacrifice of Allied soldiers who stormed the beaches of Normandy, France on June 6, 1944 to begin the liberation of Europe from Nazi tyranny.

Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D) was among a Congressional delegation that attended the ceremonies.

"The service members who participated in D-Day are engrained in history," Panetta said. "Seventy-five years later, we must continue to honor their service and sacrifice as they forged international security and prosperity. The people of the United States, France, the United Kingdom, Canada, and all our allies honor those brave individuals who liberated Europe and advanced the cause of democracy."

Others attending the ceremony included Central Coast veteran Tony Virrueta and former DLI Commandant Col. Larry Brown.