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Many of those who enjoy freedom know little of its price.

— Walter D. Ehlers D-Day 50th anniversary speech (1994)

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What was it like on D-Day? That is the question most asked of veterans who were here then. We will surely all agree that it was the longest day of our lives.

D-Day 50th anniversary speech (1994)

It probably changed my life, no doubt about it. But then, like I tell most people, I live life one day at a time, and what happens, happens. And that just happened to be a part of it. I didn't do any great big planning about my career- except I never wanted to be unemployed.

Beyond Glory (2003)

We were the men on the front line, but the hard work of our mothers and fathers, sisters and brothers still at home made this tremendous military operation possible. We came on our feet, but we brought their hearts- and prayers- with us.

D-Day 50th anniversary speech (1994)

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