Reach Out Moment with The War And Treaty
Clip: Season 2023 | 2m 18sVideo has Closed Captions
Reach out moment with Michael and Tanya Trotter of The War And Treaty at the 2023 Concert.
Reach out moment with Michael and Tanya Trotter of The War And Treaty at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. Aired May 28, 2023, on PBS.
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Reach Out Moment with The War And Treaty
Clip: Season 2023 | 2m 18sVideo has Closed Captions
Reach out moment with Michael and Tanya Trotter of The War And Treaty at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. Aired May 28, 2023, on PBS.
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Wall of Remembrance
Who would you like to remember? Visit the National Memorial Day Concert Wall of Remembrance and submit a tribute to loved ones and friends who have served in our nation's military.- As we remember those we lost, we must always make sure to stand by our brothers and sisters in need.
- If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of emotional distress, mental illness or having thoughts of suicide, help is available at the number on our screen.
Don't suffer in silence.
Please reach out.
- With us tonight is someone who knows firsthand how important this is.
We're joined by Michael Trotter Jr. and his wife Tanya from The War And Treaty.
Michael as a veteran of two tours of duty in Iraq you faced some difficult times when you came home.
Do you have a message for our veterans or service members who are struggling?
- Yes.
Thank you, Joe.
I'm a living testament that there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Several years ago, I was despondent, suffering from post traumatic stress disorder after my service, contemplating suicide.
But then the love and support of everyone overwhelmed me, especially the love of my wife, Tanya, and I'm able to be here tonight standing on this stage.
- Every single day since then, I see the joy and fire in Michael.
And I thank God he made it out of a wrenching situation, and that his passion for music, people and love is still there and always will be.
(audience applauds) - Thank you, Tanya and Michael.
All of our military and their families need our support.
On our website you'll find links to organizations dedicated to helping veterans, Gold Star Families, active-duty military and their families.
And if you are a wounded, ill or injured veteran in need of help, please reach out.
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Yolanda Adams Performs "Count on Me"
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Yolanda Adams performs "Count on Me" at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. (3m 9s)
The War And Treaty Performs "We Are One"
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The War And Treaty performs "We Are One" at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. (3m 19s)
The War And Treaty Performs "Up Yonder"
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The War And Treaty performs "Up Yonder" at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. (3m 27s)
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S. Epatha Merkerson, Dulé Hill, and Chosen Jacobs tell the story of the Magee family. (9m 57s)
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Reach out moment with Michael and Tanya Trotter of The War And Treaty at the 2023 Concert. (2m 18s)
The NSO Performs "The Armed Forces Medley"
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The NSO performs "The Armed Forces Medley" at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. (3m 58s)
Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise Remember the Fallen
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Joe & Gary remember the fallen & their families at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. (1m 38s)
Jo Dee Messina Performs "Heaven Was Needing A Hero"
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Jo Dee Messina performs "Heaven Was Needing A Hero" at the National Memorial Day Concert. (4m 28s)
Gary Sinise Honors Vietnam Prisoners of War
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Gary Sinise honors Vietnam prisoners of war at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. (1m 47s)
Yolanda Adams Performs the National Anthem
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Yolanda Adams performs the national anthem at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. (2m 9s)
Trace Adkins Performs "Empty Chair"
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Trace Adkins performs "Empty Chair" at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. (3m 39s)
Phillip Phillips Performs "Gone, Gone, Gone"
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Phillip Phillips performs "Gone, Gone, Gone" at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. (2m 47s)
Megan Hilty Performs "I'll Be Seeing You"
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Megan Hilty performs "I'll Be Seeing You" at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. (2m 46s)
John Slattery & Mary McCormack Tell Carlyle Harris' Story
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John Slattery & Mary McCormack tell Col. Carlyle "Smitty" and Louise Harris' story. (9m 57s)
Joe Mantegna Pays Tribute to WWII Veterans
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Joe Mantegna pays tribute to WWII veterans at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. (5m 9s)
Joe Mantegna Honors Korean War Veterans
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Joe Mantegna honors Korean War veterans at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. (4m 59s)
Gary Sinise Pays Tribute to Vietnam War Veterans
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Gary Sinise tributes Vietnam War veterans at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. (2m 12s)
Gary Sinise Pays Tribute to Gold Star Families
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Gary Sinise pays tribute to Gold Star Families at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. (2m 24s)
2023 National Memorial Day Concert Preview
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Watch the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert, Sunday, May 28, 8/7C. (30s)
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