Celebrating Two Decades of Service
OUR PROUD HISTORY
“All programs are provided to veterans free of charge, facilitating a complete sense of closure.”
~ Robert BALL, 91st BG Ambassador
THE FORMATION
Established in 2002 by Australian Timothy Davis, serves as a personal tribute to the valiant warriors who fought beside his grandfather in World War II. The accounts of collective sacrifice, wherein Australians and Americans have united in combat since the First World War for a common goal, illustrate the solidarity between the two nations. Davis, intent on honoring his family's legacies from two world wars, saw that other veterans, wishing to memorialize their military service, sought to revisit their sites of service but faced obstacles due to inadequate financial means. He founded the organization in order to address this shortcoming and provide essential assistance to combat veterans across generations, highlighting their reintegration into former battle zones. This assistance aims to provide crucial support, validation, and encouragement to aid veterans in managing the emotional and psychological difficulties faced post-military duty.
THE FIRST DECADE -
The organization reached notable milestones in its initial decade of operation. We developed a comprehensive global platform specifically for World War II veterans, facilitating their reintegration into former battlefields and serving as a venue for sharing their service experiences. The primary objective was to return distinguished veterans to significant battle sites throughout the Pacific and European theaters, with the aim of providing essential resources to improve their post-service quality of life. The curriculum focuses on return initiatives related to significant World War II events, encompassing Bomber Command in England, the Normandy invasion in France, various battlefields across North Africa and Italy, operations in Germany, and engagements in the Pacific Islands, including Wake, Midway, the Solomon Islands, Iwo Jima, New Guinea, Okinawa, and Bougainville. During the initial decade, we implemented programs at every significant battlefield with living veterans, with the exception of the Aleutian Islands.
THE SECOND DECADE -
The organization achieved significant successes in the repatriation of World War II soldiers, promoting cooperation and conflict resolution among former adversaries. Veterans launched initiatives to interact with their former adversary, resulting in the establishment of the Connecting Generations program. This program aims to involve younger generations in witnessing live history by accompanying and observing veterans during our overseas endeavors. This intergenerational program enables participants to cultivate a deep comprehension of the historical importance of the conflict, free of charge. A global coalition aided Davis in expanding battlefield repatriation programs into Southeast Asia before the COVID pandemic, aiming to assist combat veterans in returning to Vietnam without political entanglements, addressing combat-related health concerns, and seeking resolution regarding their service experiences. World War II and Korean War veterans support this program, highlighting fighting units and pursuing resolution and closure as a final homage to those who did not return through peaceful discussion and reconciliation with former adversaries.
THE MEMORY ENDURES -
The Center for International Studies, located in Normandy, France, is a versatile worldwide leadership institution committed to preserving the American legacy of those who served in both World Wars. The institution provides a thorough curriculum developed by combat veterans who participated in military operations during both World Wars and throughout the Cold War. It provides ongoing reabilitation programs to aid combat-wounded veterans from recent conflicts in managing battle fatigue or PTSD, fostering a renewed sense of purpose as they reintegrate into everyday life. The facility is the only independent non-governmental program outside the United States that provides assistance to veterans with significant psychological and emotional challenges. It is committed to enhancing the lives of former combat veterans by providing essential guidance and assistance, and aiding them in rediscovering their sense of purpose.The organization guarantees that veterans and their families have no financial strain throughout their transition from military to civilian life.
THE NEXT GENERATION -
In collaboration with the parent organization, we have developed a 25-year strategy to ensure ongoing support for veterans of the Cold War, Desert Storm, and recent operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, while accounting for the declining population of World War II veterans. This strategy seeks to identify a generation committed to addressing and mitigating the issues associated with the care of senior veterans in the country. The proposed plan is to foster peace and concord among combat veterans from diverse groups, while simultaneously improving interpersonal connections between the participating nations, independent of political interference. This philanthropic framework provides a solid foundation for humanitarian endeavors and corporate activity. We pursue reconciliation as a permanent homage to those who have fallen from all sides.
Our Esteemed Partners
The invaluable contributions of our esteemed benefactors are crucial to the successful implementation of our endeavors. We would like to express our deepest gratitude to the numerous individuals, corporations, clubs, organizations, and foundations who have generously supported us in the past and continue to provide their assistance in the future.
