06-07-2012, 07:57 PM
My stepfather was one of the young 101st Airborne paratroopers that landed in France in the dark hours before the main invasion force arrived.
He never spoke of it. Couldn't watch a WWII movie about it without pointing out the faults. Never wanted me to go into the military. And unfortunately, I don't think he ever made his peace with his experiences before he died.
To all those vets of that day still with us, I urge you to tell your stories. Let the ghosts of the past clear out from your memories. You saw unspeakable horrors, countless acts of heroism, yet lived on. Share your memories with us that we may help you to unburden yourselves. We'll help carry the load and lift you up.
He never spoke of it. Couldn't watch a WWII movie about it without pointing out the faults. Never wanted me to go into the military. And unfortunately, I don't think he ever made his peace with his experiences before he died.
To all those vets of that day still with us, I urge you to tell your stories. Let the ghosts of the past clear out from your memories. You saw unspeakable horrors, countless acts of heroism, yet lived on. Share your memories with us that we may help you to unburden yourselves. We'll help carry the load and lift you up.
Mark
Citation Latitude Captain
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Lt Colonel, USAF (Retired)
Citation Latitude Captain
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Lt Colonel, USAF (Retired)