Wings Over the Rockies
September 18, 2020
A three-figure sculpture comprising “Lest We Forget: WWII” was opened to the public at The Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum in Denver. The exhibit also included four original combat drawing by Fredric Arnold which illustrated mistakes made early in the war. These drawings and the sculpture are explained to the public in a 20 minute video loop which accompanies the exhibition and can be seen below.
National WWII Museum Ceremonies
Memorial Day, 2019
Fredric Arnold’s monumental seven year sculpture project culminated in a formal dedication at The National WWII Museum on Memorial Day 2019, one year after his death.
The event was hosted by senior officials of the museum and attended by more than 200 people. Three consecutive events were held in New Orleans to mark the occasion:
Dedication Ceremony
Sculpture Unveiling
Memorial Service Remarks
We were grateful to the many people who flew to New Orleans to attend the event and hope others will find value in the words of these speakers. Scroll down to watch short videos of the following presentations:
Dedication Ceremony
Fredric Arnold’s “Lest We Forget: The Mission” monumental sculpture was dedicated by speakers at an event hosted by The National WWII Museum.
Welcoming Remarks Bob Farnsworth, Sr. Vice President, The National WWII Museum
Connections Across Generations Mark Hyatt, Former COO, Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum, Denver, Colorado
Significance of the Monument Marc Arnold, Lest We Forget Sculpture Project
WWII: A Different Perspective David Pottruck, Chairman, Lest We Forget Sculpture Project
Gratitude From a European Point of View Paul Masschelein, CEO Stemme AG, Berlin, Germany
Sculpture Unveiling
Lest We Forget: The Mission was unveiled at the National WWII Museum. Each of the twelve figures was unveiled by the sculptor’s family members. It was a touching event which marked the fulfillment of Fredric Arnold’s vow of seventy years. Click on the link below to view the unveiling ceremony.
Sculpture Unveiling Ceremony Keith Huxen, PhD, Sr. Director of Research and History, The National WWII Museum
Fredric Arnold Memorial Service Remarks
Immediately following the sculpture unveiling, Fredric Arnold’s Memorial Service was conducted to mark the one year anniversary of his passing. Click on the links below to watch addresses delivered by speakers to recognize the man and his works.
Mark Hyatt, Friend
Marc Arnold, Son
Marcie Barkin, Daughter
Dana Schwartz, Daughter
David Pottruck, Friend
Jean Van Camp, Friend
Don Horwitz, Cousin
Vern Gillum, Friend