Event

Peace on Earth: The Christmas Truce of 1914

National Mall and Memorial Parks

Fee:

Free.

Location:

World War I Memorial (meet the ranger at the main entrance)

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, December 21, 2024

Time:

3:00 PM, 5:00 PM

Duration:

30 minutes

Type of Event

Talk

Description

Five months after the start of World I, combatants from all sides came together in an informal ceasefire to celebrate peace on Earth. This Christmas Truce of 1914 was evidence that humans could find meaning as individuals, and celebrate life in the midst of death, in spite of the hate of nations and governments. Join us to celebrate this amazing story of Christmas magic at the World War I Memorial.

Reservation or Registration: No


Contact Information

Ranger Robert Herendeen
(202) 754-1668

Last updated: April 5, 2022