Son of Medal of Honor winner speaks at National D-Day Memorial about father’s legacy Clark Palmer July 4, 2017 1 min read The son of a World War II Medal of Honor winner who’s life inspired an Oscar nominated movie, will speak today at the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has more. About the Author Clark Palmer Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Virginia ranked most patriotic stateNext: Lynchburg police name person of interest in murder of transgender woman Related Stories 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025