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Facebook Live: A Conversation with Secretary William M. Matz

Published March 14, 2018

Secretary William M. Matz sat down with Sarah Herrmann, ABMC’s digital communication manager, during a Facebook Live session on March 14, 2018 to talk about his role at the agency. Sworn in as secretary in January 2018, Matz brings a wealth of experience to the agency. Watch the live session to learn more about Matz’s background, his experiences thus far at ABMC, the challenges he faces in the role, and how hopes to encourage more Americans to visit ABMC cemeteries and memorials overseas.

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About ABMC

The American Battle Monuments Commission operates and maintains 26 cemeteries and 31 federal memorials, monuments and commemorative plaques in 17 countries throughout the world, including the United States. 

Since March 4, 1923, the ABMC’s sacred mission remains to honor the service, achievements, and sacrifice of more than 200,000 U.S. service members buried and memorialized at our sites. 

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