President Joe Biden marked the 80th anniversary of D-Day on Thursday by saying we will not walk away from the defense of Ukraine and allow Russia to threaten more of Europe. To surrender to bullies, to bow down to dictators, is simply unthinkable... D-Day was the largest amphibious assault in history, and Biden called it a powerful illustration of how alliances, real alliances make us stronger.
Speaking about the American troops that stormed Normandy's beaches on June 6, 1944, Biden said let us be worthy of their sacrifice. We must remember that the fact that they were heroes here that day does not absolve us of what we have to do today. Democracy is never guaranteed. Every generation must preserve it, defend it and fight for it. That's the test of the ages.
Before Biden's remarks, French President Emmanuel Macron told U.S. veterans that you came here because the free world needed each and every one of you, and you answered the call. Macron awarded the Legion of Honor to several of them, and he kissed them on each cheek as he pinned on their medals.
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