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Wreaths Across America is synchronized with Arlington National Cemetery on the same day and time, with over 13,000 wreaths placed at headstones.

In a new series that highlights advancements in VA health care, VA researchers and clinicians are appearing on a Veteran-themed media platform—Wreaths Across America Radio—to tout their critical work.

Wreaths Across America Radio, a 24-7 internet radio station that airs podcasts and radio shows aimed at educating and entertaining Veterans, has made a major expansion to its programming lineup. With a commitment to providing diverse and engaging content, the web-based platform now offers more than 50 shows, including seven new Veteran-theme programs.

This year, National Wreaths Across America Day is on Sat. Dec. 16, and will take place at more than 4,200 participating locations across the country. This total, which includes Arlington National Cemetery, is more than 500 above last year’s total.

Enter Wreaths Across America Radio (WAA Radio), a 24-7 internet radio station that airs podcasts and radio shows aimed at educating and entertaining Veterans.

VA’s efforts to highlight these media outlets are part of the newly launched VA Radio Outreach initiative led by the Veterans Experience Office. The heart of the initiative is VA’s internally recorded public service announcements (PSAs) on services, benefits and programs that benefit Veterans.

The podcast industry is growing exponentially. Research shows there are now 465 million podcast listeners globally, a figure expected to reach 505 million by 2024. Plus, there are more than 5 million podcasts around the world in an industry market size of nearly $25 billion.

In honor of the Army's 250 birthday, Veterans and the public in the National Capital Region are invited to attend the free festival and parade.

This year, 56 communities across 29 states and the District of Columbia will host VA-recognized Veterans Day observances to pay tribute to America’s heroes. 

VA Secretary Robert L. Wilkie said while COVID-19 scaled down Wreaths Across America events, they still ensure people remember Veterans.

Veterans and their families can participate in Wreaths Across America in national cemeteries, but there will be restrictions due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

June 6, 2024 was the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings that turned the tide of World War II. It was commemorated on France's Normandy coast during the first two weeks of June 2024 with events remembering, celebrating and honoring the thousands of American and Allied service members whose enormous sacrifices liberated Europe.