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103-year-old D-Day veteran reunited with lost war medals before Veterans Day
A documentarian helped a 103-year-old D-Day survivor recover his lost war medals just before Veterans Day.
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A 103-year-old veteran who participated in D-Day was reunited with his lost war medals shortly before Veterans Day, according to the Good News Network.
This reunion happened after an amateur World War II historian discovered the veteran’s military record and medals and reached out to the family to check if the medals were still in their possession.
The historian’s inquiry led to the recovery of the medals, which hold significant sentimental value despite being described as 'just a piece of metal.'
The timing of this reunion, close to Veterans Day, adds a meaningful context to honoring the veteran’s service.
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