Memorial Affairs

VA is pleased to present the "2023 VA Federal Benefits Booklet for Veterans, Dependents, Survivors, and Caregivers," a thorough guide that explains the numerous benefits to Veterans, their families and caregivers.

Every eligible Veteran deserves a dignified burial and memorialization to commemorate their service.

A WWII soldier's remains were identified after 80 years by using dental, mitochondrial DNA and anthropological analysis.

The National Cemetery Administration has added nearly 5 million pages of Veterans interred in private and other non-VA cemeteries who received a NCA-provided headstone, marker or medallion, bringing the VLM total to nearly 10 million Veteran pages.

This week, the White House announced that 12 VA senior leaders will receive 2023 Presidential Rank Awards for their extraordinary service to Veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors.

The National Cemetery Administration has acquired more than 266 acres of land in Birchwood, TN, for the future replacement of the Chattanooga National Cemetery.

Talking about end-of-life planning is never easy, but it is essential. VA provides a variety of benefits and services to help Veterans and their loved ones prepare. From life insurance to burial costs, learn how you can plan ahead with VA benefits.

VA’s national cemeteries will host a National Day of Service on Monday, September 11 to honor our nation’s servicemembers, police, fire and first responders on the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. This day of service will take place at more than 60 national VA cemeteries and include opportunities for volunteers to clean headstones and participate in other beautification activities.

Memorial Day can bring up many emotions in the Veteran community: grief, nostalgia, pride, even loneliness. For many, visiting their battle buddy’s resting place provides a sense of peace, comfort and duty. For those who can’t get there because of distance or reasons beyond their control, the day can feel hollow. 

In time for Memorial Day weekend this year, NCA has expanded the Veterans Legacy Memorial platform to include 27 Department of Defense-managed cemeteries, including Arlington National Cemetery.

The federal government has designated the last Monday of May as Memorial Day. On this day and the days leading up to it, citizens from across the country will gather at cemeteries and memorials to honor and remember the service members who gave the last full measure of devotion.

PBS’ National Memorial Day Concert, America’s national night of remembrance, returns for a live presentation this Sunday hosted by Tony award-winner Joe Mantegna and Emmy award-winner Gary Sinise, acclaimed actors dedicated to Veterans’ causes and supporting U.S. troops in active service.