紀念最偉大的一代：呼籲支持國家二戰紀念碑

作者：羅伯特·博漢農（Robert Bohannon） 作為一名退休的首席執行官，我敏銳地意識到尊重過去並努力創造繁榮未來的重要性。

As a retired CEO, I am acutely aware of the importance of honoring our past while striving for a prosperous future. Our city, rich in history and innovation, stands as a testament to the American spirit of resilience and progress.

作為一名退休的首席執行官，我敏銳地意識到尊重過去並努力創造繁榮未來的重要性。我們的城市擁有豐富的歷史和創新精神，是美國堅韌和進步精神的見證。

One of the pillars of the community was the late Jess Hay — a titan in business and philanthropy.

該社區的支柱之一是已故的傑西海 (Jess Hay)，她是一位商業和慈善事業的巨頭。

Jess served on the board of directors for the company I guided, but it was in our collaboration with the National World War II Memorial that I was able to see his enthusiasm for the Greatest Generation shine brightest.

傑西是我指導的公司的董事會成員，但正是在我們與國家二戰紀念館的合作中，我才能看到他對最偉大一代的熱情閃耀得最耀眼。

The memorial in Washington, D.C., is a powerful tribute to the 16 million Americans who served during World War II, including the more than 400,000 who made the ultimate sacrifice. It is a place of reflection, education, and honor, ensuring that the stories of bravery, sacrifice, and unity from that era are preserved for future generations.

位於華盛頓特區的紀念碑是對二戰期間服役的 1600 萬美國人的有力致敬，其中包括超過 40 萬做出最終犧牲的美國人。它是一個反思、教育和榮譽的地方，確保那個時代的勇敢、犧牲和團結的故事能夠為子孫後代保存。

However, maintaining this memorial and continuing its mission requires ongoing support. With this spirit in mind, please consider purchasing a Greatest Generation Commemorative Coin from the U.S. Mint. This is more than a mere transaction; it is an investment in our nation’s legacy and an act of gratitude toward the Greatest Generation.

然而，維護這座紀念碑並繼續其使命需要持續的支持。秉承這種精神，請考慮從美國鑄幣廠購買一枚最偉大的一代紀念幣。這不僅僅是一次交易；這是對我們國家遺產的投資，也是對最偉大一代的感激之舉。

The National Park Service, which oversees the maintenance of the memorial, has an estimated $23 billion capital backlog. This financial support is crucial for maintaining the site and providing educational resources via Friends of the National World War II Memorial a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 2007.

負責監督紀念館維護的國家公園管理局估計有 230 億美元的積壓資金。這種財政支持對於維護該網站以及透過國家二戰紀念館之友（成立於 2007 年的 501(c)(3) 非營利組織）提供教育資源至關重要。

For us in Dallas, a city known for its thriving economy and cultural heritage, supporting the memorial through the purchase of a commemorative coin is a way to give back to those who paved the way for the freedoms we enjoy today. It is a means to connect with our history and to honor the values that have made our nation strong: courage, resilience, and patriotism.

對於我們達拉斯這個以其繁榮的經濟和文化遺產而聞名的城市來說，透過購買紀念幣來支持紀念館是回饋那些為我們今天享有的自由鋪平道路的人們的一種方式。它是與我們的歷史聯繫起來並尊重使我們國家強大的價值觀的一種方式：勇氣、堅韌和愛國主義。

Moreover, a commemorative coin serves as a personal keepsake, a tangible connection to the past. It is an heirloom that can be passed down through generations, telling the story of the valor and sacrifice of the Greatest Generation. Each coin is a reminder of the cost of freedom and the importance of remembering our history.

此外，紀念幣可以作為個人紀念品，與過去有形的連結。它是可以代代相傳的傳家寶，講述著最偉大一代的英勇和犧牲的故事。每枚硬幣都提醒人們自由的代價和記住我們歷史的重要性。

In today’s rapidly changing world, we mustn’t lose sight of the lessons of the past.

在當今瞬息萬變的世界中，我們絕不能忽視過去的教訓。

The National World War II Memorial stands as a reminder of the costs of war and the value of peace. By supporting the Memorial, we are ensuring that the sacrifices of World War II veterans are not forgotten and that their legacy continues to inspire future generations.

國家二戰紀念碑提醒人們戰爭的代價和和平的價值。透過支持紀念館，我們確保二戰退伍軍人的犧牲不會被遺忘，他們的遺產繼續激勵子孫後代。

Let us come together to ensure that their sacrifices are never forgotten and that the values they fought for continue to inspire us all.

讓我們齊心協力，確保他們的犧牲永遠不會被忘記，並確保他們為之奮鬥的價值觀繼續激勵我們所有人。

Robert Bohannon lives in Preston Hollow and is a member of the board of directors of Friends of the National World War II Memorial.

羅伯特‧博漢農 (Robert Bohannon) 住在普雷斯頓霍洛 (Preston Hollow)，是國家二戰紀念館之友的董事會成員。