Bedford International Alliance, Inc.

06/07/2026

Honoring the Bedford Boys on D Day. We will never forget their sacrifice and are forever indebted to them.
Omaha Beach Bedford Obb

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

Bedford International Alliance honoring the Bedford Boys at Greenwood Cemetery on Memorial Day.

12/03/2025

We were honored to visit with Charles Shay 3 years ago. What an American Hero. Sorry that he has left us, but he led such a remarkable life!

Our hearts are deeply saddened as we share that our beloved Charles Norman Shay, who proudly served with the 1st Infantry Division during World War II, served with the 3rd Infantry Division during the Korean War and in the US AirForce during the Cold War, left this Earth for Heaven on December 3rd 2025 and has returned home to the Creator and the Spirit World.
He left us peacefully, surrounded by his family and his adopted family who adored him, holding the same grace, kindness and strength that defined his inspirational life.
He was an incredibly loving father, grandfather, father-in-law, and uncle, a hero to many, and an overall amazing human being.
Though our hearts are bleeding, we take comfort in knowing he is now reunited with his ancestors and at peace.
Charles leaves a legacy of Love, Service, Courage, Spirit, Duty and Family that continues to shine brightly.
May his gentle soul rest in God’s embrace.
We will always honor and remember Charles, and he will always be in our hearts!
We will communicate details regarding his burial in a few days.

“Grandfather Spirit, our loved one walks the star path,
Carry them gently on wings of eagles,
Let the ancestors welcome them with joy,
In the land where winter never comes.”
Unknown author

“Lakota Prayer of Transition”

11/25/2025

🇫🇷 Omaha Beach / Colleville-sur-Mer : point d'appui Wn 60, occupé par des éléments appartenant à la 3e compagnie du Grenadier-Regiment 726.
🇬🇧 Omaha Beach / Colleville-sur-Mer: Wn 60 strongoint, manned by elements belonging to the 3rd company of Grenadier-Regiment 726.

11/25/2025

Today, we remember Bernard Montgomery on what would have been his 138th birthday. Born in 1887, “Monty” oversaw all ground forces for the D-Day invasion. Although a divisive personality, Monty is remembered as one of the most respected Allied commanders of WWII.

11/11/2025

Happy Veteran's Day! Thank you for serving our great country!

07/21/2025

Celebrating Bastille Day in Bedford, VA