For anyone not yet 65, relating to something that occurred 65 years ago may not be that easy. However, 65 years ago today, the invasion and ensuing battles that would change the complexion of World War II and lead to the Allied victory in Europe were launched. D-Day, June 6, 1944.
The number of men who participated in that event and survived are becoming fewer and fewer as they are all at least in their 80s. Of course, many did not survive the battle. We are indebted to all of them.
This was a day that represented tremendous planning, strategies, and secrecy. Then it represented tremendous timing and coordination to execute it to perfection. Then it took courage and valor to storm that beach as a storm of gunfire rained down. This was how we were successful in shortening the war and preserving the rights and freedoms we enjoy today.
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Steve, can you even imagine what they did for us!! Freedom is not FREE!!
My Dad landed at Normandy a little over a week after D Day. He drove a supply truck to the front line through the entire war. He is almost 92 and I am so blessed to still have both of my parents. He is in great health. My Mother and him are leaving tomorrow for a 2 week camping trip going from Colorado to Nebraska to Kansas.
Marchel,
Thank you for sharing this story of your Dad's heroic efforts during the War, and it is great that you still have each other. :)
Steve
Steve, how can we not forget D Day. Thankfully, they were successful and we all have our freedom...
Michael,
We all have our freedom, and that's why we need to remember. Thanks. :)
Steve
I come from a proud military family and am deeply grateful for the sacrifices of those before us. I pray that my generation and those after me can understand and appreciate the cost of our freedom. I hope that all will recognize that being an American is truly an honor and a blessing.
I glad you did this history lesson because we have a lot of young Rainers here.
Michele,
Thank you for those wonderful comments and for the service of your family over the years. :)
Steve
Joan,
Thank you. We must never forget all of the selfless acts that have paved the way for us to be here today. :)
Steve
Steve - Thanks for the reminder.
Ryan,
Thank you for remembering as well. So much has happened in these ensuing 65 years that might have been so different. :)
Steve