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The full schedule of events planned for this year can be found on this year's schedule page.  Become A D-Day Ohio Member Become a member for just $10 Join us today. Become a member and help us keep the memories alive. |
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A Salute to Our Veterans Honor a Veteran with a Star in Conneaut! A Partnership Program in Conjunction with the Conneaut Community Center |
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If you are a Veteran who requires special needs or would like to be personally recognized at the event, please contact: Eric Montgomery. |
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I'm not a reenactor but want to
help. How do I get involved?
If you've ever witnessed our dramatic recreation of D-Day, 1944, you know first-hand that this is no small task. This year long effort takes a lot of time, dedication, and of course funding to organize, promote and recreate the elements of a Normandy style invasion.
D-Day Conneaut needs you! Help us honor our vets and bringing back to life this historic day. There are numerous ways to help without donning a uniform.
Volunteer
Nothing stronger than the heart of a Volunteer!
Consider volunteering for our event staff and help us on the day(s) of the event. Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Event coordinators can always use assistance in setting up special seating areas, site preparation, public parking assistance, display preparation, crowd direction/control, and maintaining the grounds.
Help us preserve our history. There's never a shortage of things to do and any/all help is greatly appreciated. Please drop us an email if you're willing to lend a hand.
Donations
Monetary contributions are always welcome. Donations of all sizes are appreciated and are used to further enhance the educational experience of D-Day Conneaut. All donations are tax deductible. Upon request, we'll even provide a formal letter indicating the amount of your contribution. Online donations can also be sent securely via Paypal. (click here) If you're interested in making a sizable donation, please contact our CEO and/or visit our sponsorship page for other options.
In-Kind Donations of Goods
Donations of a variety of goods can be just as good as cash! Beverages, especially bottled or bulk water, snacks, paper goods, computer supplies, sandbags, plus plywood and poles for bunkers and beach obstacles are needed each year and very much appreciated. If you or your company are interested in providing an in-kind donation, please email Eric for more information.
Decorating the BeachBe a part of the invasion without getting your feet wet. Build a hedgehog beach obstacle. The cost of building materials is tax deductible. Your donation will be stored for use year after year. Click here to view easy-to-follow plans for these iconic obstacles which look like the children's toy "jack". Turn that extra lumber lying around into something special for the event that honors the turning point of the 20th century, D-Day!
If power tools aren't for you, consider helping us place all these obstacles on the beach! The allied troops will certainly appreciate the cover...
Build a Rupert Paratrooper DummyDuring the night/early hours of June 6, 1944, Allied aircraft dropped 500 of these paradummies over 4 different locations to simulate paratroopers landing in areas away from where the actual troops were to land. Some of the dummies were equipped with recordings of battle noises, while others simulated rifle fire. The dummies were called "Ruperts" and were made of cut burlap and filled with straw or sand to form the shape of a person. Each Rupert was equipped with a small explosive charge designed to burn up the burlap after landing to make it harder for the Germans to figure out what was going on.
Now you can contribute to the deception and build your own Rupert. Click the following links to view and download a set of patterns to make your own Rupert. Donated Ruperts will be used/displayed during the event. Pattern 1 Pattern 2 (Note: 1 square = 1 Inch)
For more information on the use of paradummies visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paradummy
Become an Event Sponsor
Since 2007, when D-Day Ohio, Inc. incorporated, individuals and companies have "backed the attack" by generously making tax deductible donations. Become a sponsor today. Sponsorship is easier than ever. Please visit our Sponsorship page for complete information.
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