Normandy reflects on D-Day, 79 years since ‘pivotal’ 2nd World War battle
, as Tuesday’s ceremonies got underway in honor of those who fought for freedom in the largest naval, air and land operation in history.also reminds veterans, officials and visitors what Ukraine faces today.
“I was in the war. I could hear gunfire, machine guns, bombing aircraft, men screaming, shouting, men giving orders,” she recalled. Kersh, 98, added with a sense of humor: “I’m still in the reserve, I’m waiting to go to Ukraine now. Next job.”He was just 23 years old, now 98, Rolland “Rolly” Durand tells his story of landing on Juno Beach
Many visitors came to the American Cemetery ahead of Tuesday’s ceremonies to pay tribute to those who sacrificed their lives.
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