A highlight was dedicating a 1943 landing craft, like those used on D-Day. Of the 23,000 that were made, fewer than a dozen remain.
The craft will be displayed in the park.
WWII landing craft dedicated in Wheaton
June 6, 2009 (CHICAGO) A crowd estimated at 2,000 applauded veterans of the war at the McCormick Foundation's Cantigny Park. Approximately, 150 honorees attended the observance.
