纪念最伟大的一代：呼吁支持国家二战纪念碑

作者：罗伯特·博汉农（Robert Bohannon） 作为一名退休的首席执行官，我敏锐地意识到尊重过去并努力创造繁荣未来的重要性。

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.

作为一名退休的首席执行官，我敏锐地意识到尊重过去并努力创造繁荣未来的重要性。我们的城市拥有丰富的历史和创新精神，是美国坚韧和进步精神的见证。

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

该社区的支柱之一是已故的杰西·海 (Jess Hay)，她是一位商业和慈善事业的巨头。

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.

杰西是我指导的公司的董事会成员，但正是在我们与国家二战纪念馆的合作中，我才能看到他对最伟大一代的热情闪耀得最耀眼。

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.

位于华盛顿特区的纪念碑是对二战期间服役的 1600 万美国人的有力致敬，其中包括超过 40 万做出最终牺牲的美国人。它是一个反思、教育和荣誉的地方，确保那个时代的勇敢、牺牲和团结的故事能够为子孙后代保存下来。

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，维护这座纪念碑并继续其使命需要持续的支持。秉承这种精神，请考虑从美国造币厂购买一枚最伟大的一代纪念币。这不仅仅是一次交易；这是对我们国家遗产的投资，也是对最伟大一代的感激之举。

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.

负责监督纪念馆维护的国家公园管理局估计有 230 亿美元的积压资金。这种财政支持对于维护该网站以及通过国家二战纪念馆之友（成立于 2007 年的 501(c)(3) 非营利组织）提供教育资源至关重要。

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.

对于我们达拉斯这个以其繁荣的经济和文化遗产而闻名的城市来说，通过购买纪念币来支持纪念馆是回馈那些为我们今天享有的自由铺平道路的人们的一种方式。它是与我们的历史联系起来并尊重使我们国家强大的价值观的一种方式：勇气、坚韧和爱国主义。

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，纪念币可以作为个人纪念品，与过去有形的联系。它是可以代代相传的传家宝，讲述着最伟大一代的英勇和牺牲的故事。每枚硬币都提醒人们自由的代价和记住我们历史的重要性。

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

在当今瞬息万变的世界中，我们决不能忽视过去的教训。

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.

国家二战纪念碑提醒人们战争的代价和和平的价值。通过支持纪念馆，我们确保二战退伍军人的牺牲不会被遗忘，他们的遗产继续激励子孙后代。

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

让我们齐心协力，确保他们的牺牲永远不会被忘记，并确保他们为之奋斗的价值观继续激励我们所有人。

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

罗伯特·博汉农 (Robert Bohannon) 住在普雷斯顿霍洛 (Preston Hollow)，是国家二战纪念馆之友的董事会成员。