U.S. and Allied service members jump onto the 'Iron Mike Drop Zone' as part of a commemorative airborne operation during the 82nd anniversary of D-Day at Sainte-Mère-Église, France, June 7, 2026. June 6, 2026, marks the 82nd anniversary of Operation Overlord, commonly known as D-Day. This historic event was a turning point in World War II, as Allied forces launched the largest amphibious invasion in history to liberate Nazi-occupied France and secure peace in Europe.
(U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Kyle Smith)
The Office of the Secretary of War Manufacturing Technology Program (ManTech) took part in one of the most influential technology platforms in the U.S., the annual Defense Manufacturing Conference (DMC). Joined by key innovators, researchers, academics and industry leaders from across the advanced manufacturing landscape, ManTech Director, Keith DeVries, said he left the site of the conference in Orlando, Florida re-energized and inspired...
