Thompson Werk

So today marks the 65th anniversary of the Allied landings at Normandy and the beginning of the push towards Berlin. It is interesting how the American media, particularly the History Channel, briefly mention the importance to June 6th while not doing any justice to those who fought and died. Years ago, the History Channel would have run an all day marathon of D Day related shows and commentary. Now, you are left with a few shows that have stretched connections to the momentous D Day landings. Ultimately, I could careless about what the History Channel does, or does not do, but I do think it is a strong reflection of the entire American mindset of “out of place, out of mind.” Maybe if you are fortunate enough to have a mega cable television package, you will take the time to tune into channels that are airing D Day related shows and commemorations. Better yet, take the time to read up on the historical impact of the landings and mark the sacrifices made so many decades ago with a moment of silence. Forget television, for it has already forgotten your history.