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Sacrifice at Normandy: The Courage of Roosevelt, Nyland, and Others

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We explore the Normandy American Cemetery, commemorating the fallen heroes of World War I and WWII. We highlight personal stories, including Quentin and Theodore Roosevelt III, the Niland Brothers, members of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, and more. We share their personal connection to Lieutenant Harry Wagner of Penn State.

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📍Normandy American Cemetery

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