Faces of St. Mihiel American Cemetery draws visitors during anniversary weekend 

The American Battle Monuments Commission presented Faces of St. Mihiel American Cemetery from Sept. 11 to 14, 2026, marking the anniversary of the World War I Saint-Mihiel Offensive. 

During the event, more than 1,000 photographs were displayed across St. Mihiel American Cemetery, offering visitors a visual tribute to the service members buried or memorialized at the site.  

Approximately 100 visitors came to the cemetery during the display period. Open to the public without reservation, the installation allowed visitors to walk among the photographs and engage with the individual stories of those who served. 

“This event offers a meaningful way for visitors to connect with the individuals honored at St. Mihiel American Cemetery,” said Tom Cavaness, superintendent. “By presenting these photographs, we help ensure that their stories continue to be remembered.” 

Located in Thiaucourt, France, St. Mihiel American Cemetery honors American service members who died during the First World War, most of them during the 1918 offensive in the surrounding area. 

The American Battle Monuments Commission’s mission is to honor the service of the U.S. armed forces by creating and maintaining memorial sites, offering commemorative services, and facilitating the education of their legacy to future generations. It was founded in 1923 following World War I, and its 26 cemeteries and 31 monuments honor the service men and women who fought and perished during World War I, World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War, as well as some who fought during the Mexican American War. 

The American Battle Monuments Commission sites are a constant reminder of Gen. John J. Pershing’s promise that, “time will not dim the glory of their deeds.”