Normandy Trip: Paying Tribute to those who fought for my country, my FREEDOM | Part 1 

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"I didn't even bring flowers"... You didn't need to darling, you brought a massive heart, that's all that was required. ❤️

"I didn't even bring flowers..." You brought your heart, Marie. That's all that matters.

Marie, as an American who might not get the chance to make that trip myself, I thank you for taking the time to do it for all of us. Vive la Liberte!

In 2008, I went to the Normandy cemetery with my late wife. I told myself that I would be able to hold my composure and entered the cemetery. The first cross I looked at was of a 17 year old boy, not a man, but somebody who never got to live his life. Instead, he gave his life for his country on day one of the invasion. I broke down immediately and sobbed. He never got a chance to see his children born, graduate from school, get married or grow old. He did it out of loyalty to his country, to make sure the world would be free for his fellow countrymen and others throughout Europe. The cemetery at Normandy is a tribute to those who gave their lives so that others could live in peace. To people of France, thank you from this American, who appreciates that you continue to honor our young soldiers who helped to liberate your country.

Thank you France for honoring and preserving this place. 🇨🇵🇺🇸

" I didn't even bring flowers." No flowers needed sweetheart. You brought love and respect. Those are honorable and appreciated. God bless you.

Thank you. My uncle landed on Utah Beach. He survived the war and came home. He died in 2019 at 99 years old. He was our Hero.

What a beautiful tribute. The fact that all these years later, someone your age would come to this place with such reverence and respect warms my heart. It seemed like a very moving experience for you.

This girl took the time to go to Normandy and honor those who died for humanity. Her beauty is more than skin deep!

My grandfather was killed on Gold Beach on D-day fighting with the British forces. Thank you to the French people for maintaining his grave so beautifully. 🇨🇵🇬🇧

Heartwarming that a young French girl understands the cost of freedom. Painful so many of her generation in America take that freedom for granted and are actually ashamed of the United States. Thank you for this video, as a US Army veteran from the post Vietnam era I remember what it was like to be hated for having served in the US military. But then there are folks like you who understand sacrifice and it makes my heart sing.

The rain were tears of joy from the fallen because of your gesture of respect.

I always love how well kept the people of France, keep these Allied Cemeteries..... Absolutely stunning!

Today is June 6, 2024, the 80th anniversary of D-Day. I'm grateful I stumbled upon your video and even more grateful for all these many soldiers of different nationalities that worked together for the sake of all of us. Your film is beautifully and respectfully done ! I shed tears along with you. May one day, the world know nothing but peace.

From an American, and US Navy Veteran, I thank you. The emotions do not go unnoticed by this man. I've always marveled at how it (usually) takes a person not of your own country to make you appreciate things of your own country. I've been afraid to go to France or Europe for that matter, because I may have believed the "american bashing" that I've been led to believe is the normal in the European continent. Regardless of that, to see someone of your generation, pay homage to the fallen men and women who liberated your country, is breathtaking and touching. I've never forgotten my own history. I have not forgotten Marquis De Lafayette was a valuable asset to our own George Washington during our revolution. I've never forgotten France came to our aid when England had us in a perilous state. I'm am happy to know it took 160 years, but we finally paid you back in honor and blood. Be well, young lady. And thank you kindly. This American salutes you.

You have done yourself proud with this Part 1. Not distasteful at all and presented with a lot of respect whilst showing details too. Well done :)

Marie I am so proud and thankful that you took the time to make this video. You were not the only one with tears in eyes, yes even this old biker veteran had feeling of sadness know all those young men gave their lives for our freedom today. We owe that generation so much. My dad was a bomber pilot in WW2 and is still alive today at 97. I have so much respect for what that generation did for us. The video was wonderful and I can't wait for part 2. Take care and be well.

Nice video Marie. I went to the Normandy Beaches with my American buddy for the 74th Anniversary of D Day, where we scattered the ashes of his father in law Jack at Omaha Beach where he had fought. Jack had turned 21 on the 6th June 1944 and we were there 74 years later on what would have been his 95th birthday to remember him and all those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

As a British veteran I like to say thank you Marie for paying your respect to those brave young men who gave their today for our tomorrow❤️

Thank you for this. My Uncle Lloyd was one of the 156 Canadian soldiers of the Winnipeg Rifles who were captured and then shot in cold blood by Hitler Youth troops on June 9, 1944. May we never forget.

This is absolutely the nicest thing I've ever seen personally for Americans from someone who is French, thank you so much. It means a lot when you see people recognizing the cost laid down for freedom and liberty, again, thank you.

As a retired U.S. Army soldier of 28 years, THANK YOU. Much Respect from Texas.

You don't need to bring flowers, you brought yourself. That means more than flowers.

I'm watching this because today is the 80th anniversary of D-Day and I always take time to remember what happened on that dreadful morning. My father was a lieutenant in the US Navy and his ship, the USS Quincy (CA-17 Heavy Cruiser) went up and down the shores of Normandy bombarding German defensive positions for a week prior to the invasion. The shore batteries were so well protected that the only way they could hope to destroy them was to get the Germans to roll out the guns, which were on tracks, and fire at their ship. To lure them out, the ship would come to a complete stop. Then when the German guns came out they'd fire their nine 8" main guns and go full speed ahead. They played this cat and mouse game for a week. After they fired all their rounds they'd fall back to be resupplied and another ship would take their place. They only lost one crewman when a near hit above the ship's amor belt flooded a compartment. When the temporary morgues set up on the beach because overwhelmed with our fallen warriors they started sending them out to the naval ships for burial at sea. The entire crew that wasn't on duty was required to attend all the funeral services. They buried 200 men. It was only then that they started to realize just how bad things were on the beach. Don't feel bad about crying as you walked through the cemetery because the crew of the Quincy was crying too. After our forces started advancing, the Navy ships supported them as they worked their way inland for a number of days before going south and eventually into the Mediterranean after other targets. I was born after the war and all my male relatives served. One uncle was in the Army and was part of D-Day, but I believe second wave. He was injured as they marched across France, but he survived the war. Another uncle was a Navy pilot, but fortunately the war ended before his training was completed. My reason for saying this is that my generation was close to the war because it was at every BBQ or holiday family gathering as we grew up. Usually the uncles would go off by themselves at some point and talk. They never told us what about. But as my father grew older (he lived to be 100) he wrote his memoirs and dictated 12-hours of WWII experiences so the family would finally understand the war from his perspective. He knew he was one of the lucky ones and always grateful to have survived. His ship later was sent to the Pacific where it faced relentless Kamikaze attacks, but that's a story for another time. I'm really glad you found time to honor those that did so much for not only your country, but for all of the free world. Their lives were sacrificed, but not wasted. We should always remember them.

Thank you, and thanks to the French people for creating and beautifully maintaining these wonderful memorials. It is good to know that the sacrifice is still appreciated.

Thank you for this video. My wife's great uncle is buried at the American Cemetery at Omaha Beach. We visited his grave two weeks after the 50th Anniversary of the Normandy Invasion in 1994. When we told the Cemetery Staff they found his grave on a map, then took us out to the grave on a golf cart. They took dark sand from Omaha Beach that was wet so it would stick to the marble cross. They smeared the wet sand on the cross then wiped off the excess with a wet sponge. The dark sand provides contrast so you can easily read the inscription. They gave my wife some flowers to put on the grave and then took a photo of her standing next to the cross. They do this for visiting relatives of the deceased. A very moving experience.

My heart was in my throat as soon as you got to the American Cemetery, and I was crying right along with you. Thank you, Marie, for taking us along on this somber celebration of freedom, this is a trip that you will remember the rest of your life. 🇺🇸✌️😎

Thank you for this video, especially for the coverage of the Canadian cemetery. A lot of times the Canadian contrabutions to the second world war are overlooked. My father was a Veteran who fought in your country as well as Italy, Belgium, Holland, Germany. He passed away 4 years ago, he was 93. I hope to visit your country and the cemetery some day. Dad had the opportunity to go back to all the countries he helped liberate, but he said he couldn't go back and see all the graves. It would bring back to many memories. CHEERS from 🇨🇦

I am a Disabled American Veteran who served over 20 years in the Military. I want to thank you for this Tour. In America I am ashamed of today's young people, they don't Respect the Flag, Anthem and America. These young people don't realize what a Great Country they live in. That American Flag defeated Slavery, Liberated Europe twice, Defeated Japanese Imperialism and has kept Russia and China in Check. I know that you "Get It" Freedom isn't FREE. All those Crosses prove it! Seeing someone who isn't an American appreciate the United States is very Heartwarming!

France was America's first ally. We thank France for helping us gain our freedom!

All I can say is “Thank You” . I’m watching and reflecting and realizing that freedom comes with sacrifice. God bless to the French for sacrificing to help the US gain our freedom during our revolutionary war and god bless the soldiers that sacrificed for the liberation of France.

The mesh 'ghosts' of the British soldiers storming up the beach are wonderful. Don't know who designed them but they did a brilliant job. Thank you for taking the time and trouble to go and film them.

This should be shown to all our School Children so they know about the sacrifice these men made for Freedom. Thank you Marie you did a good thing here. May your God Bless you!

I know it's not your goal to be praised for your video and the efforts you've made, Marie, but by now you know how much you have impacted so many of us who either have or haven't been to the D-Day memorial sites. Your video helped bring me there, and your words and tears touched my soul. Thank you so much. (And keep up your 'tres bon' music reactions...)

Marie, thank you for taking the time to honor those who sacrificed for your freedom. Well done.

In recent years, this sacrifice appears to have been forgotten by certain institutions. Thank you for taking the time to remember them. Love from the UK.

My father landed on Normandy beach on June 6 1944 and participated in the liberation of France, Belgium and Holland in 1944/45 with the french canadian regiment '' Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal '' with the first canadian army until the end of the war on May 7 1945.

Didn’t think I’d be as moved by seeing your video. Hard to wrap your head around the sacrifices made by this hero’s. Have a great evening Marie!

Thank you, Marie, for caring so much about these young men. A lot of families can't get to France to see Normandy and their family members' graves. You are an amazing woman.

The sadness in your voice, Marie, is heart wrenching. You did something much more important and valuable, Marie, you brought yourself, your honor and respect, to the cemeteries.

Your honor and reverence for our boys buried over there, wrecked me. All I can say is “Lafayette, we remembered...” Thank you Marie.

Thanks for taking us on this journey to Allied cemeteries. As a Canadian, I was moved by your tribute to these young soldiers. My wife and I were planning to visit to honour those who sacrificed their lives for freedom. My wife's grandfather was a soldier in France and Belgium during WW1 and her step father was a navigator on a Lancaster bomber during WW2.

Not enough words to express our deepest appreciation for what you have done Marie.❤🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

As an American, I can say that those of us with a sense of history know we are free because France helped us in time of need. It's better if we all stick together!

My father Jack was a 19 year old Medic with the U S 1st Army when he landed there on Omaha beach on the 2nd day. That day he said was spent working at an aide station, patching up the "walking wounded" that did not need to be evacuated to England. He was busy for 40 hours before he was relieved. His unit was also at the Battle of the Bulge. He raised 4 children in Texas and was a good man. He passed away at 83 years in 2007. I miss him.🇺🇸

Liberty never comes from great leaders or governments. Liberty comes from ordinary people doing extraordinary things. All in the belief of something better. Beautifully respectful video.

I want you ta know your a very special lady with a beautiful heart & soul, my Momma passed away about a month ago & my Pop about 6yrs ago. My Pop was in the Army & I served 8 yrs in the Navy from 1984 to 1992 so this trip means a lot ta me & my family, thank you so much for sharin darlin ❤ 😪

I’m not crying! You’re crying! -combat veteran. US Army.

I am french and more than 20 years ago, I went to Cincinnati (Ohio) in a family during 4 months and in the name of all my family, I thanked the man of the family and he said to me "you don't have to, it was a long time ago...". I was shocked inside. I didn't say anything as I was only 21 years old, shy and kind. For all my family, it has a big impact in the memory. As much for my paternal family coming from Brittany as my maternal family on the border with Belgium, Germany and Luxembourg. A region invaded by the Nazis of the time. There are not enough thanks to give to the soldiers who died often very young for our freedom not only in France but also in Western Europe. There was a Canadian military base in Marville (France) near my mother's village. They were there until 1967. My mother was still a minor and many French women married soldiers and left for Canada. On the other side of the border in Belgium, in Florenville, there was an American military base. After they left in 1966, my maternal grandfather always went to get his khaki pants from the American army stocks that still exist elsewhere. My maternal grandparents were driven out twice by the Nazis because my grandfather was Swiss (not French). Incidentally, he was also a sniper in the Swiss army... My maternal grandmother was a pupil of the French nation invaded by the Germans and she had the character of a dog. She was showing all the colors to a senior SS man because she was assigned to the civilian trains where he often traveled... He threatened her all the time to send her to a work camp for women in Trier in Germany where many of her friends never returned. She was very hungry too. My uncle was born during the war and the Americans brought soap to wash him at birth because there was nothing left. Where I live there is the Maginot line all the way with bunkers. In Luxembourg-Hamm (Luxembourg) there is also a very beautiful, well-maintained American cemetery where General Patterson and his team are buried. They were all young and they all had very nice names of the time. I visited these cemeteries, these beaches (where obviously, out of respect, I wouldn't bathe anything, it wouldn't even come to mind) in Normandy. It's as quiet as Verdun (1st World War) or Yad Vachem in Jerusalem (Holocaust Museum). We cannot forget. We learned it up and down and across at school in France. But the living testimonies in the eyes that have experienced the atrocities of war (whatever they are), it remains in memory. At the age of 11, I saw the terror in the eyes of my maternal grandmother at the announcement of the 1st war in Iraq and her words "it's starting again...!!! quickly, the stocks of food". All the people of that time made stocks and it was by hundreds of kgs and liters. Nothing to do with the rush in the stores at the announcement of the Corona virus. I saw this same terror in the eyes of 2 little Lebanese girls from Lebanon hidden in my boarding school in France, who were screaming with fear and terror in their sleep after having suffered one of the wars in Lebanon. I was also 11 years old. We cannot forget. We have a duty to remember, to remember all the lives sacrificed for our individual and collective freedom in Europe and elsewhere, at all times. God knows all things. One cannot visit these cemeteries and places covered in blood without being devastated. We cannot remain insensitive to all these sacrifices. Yes we cry when we visit these places. They are lying by the thousands for us. Thanks again. Without you, we would be either Germans, Russians, or Communists like in Eastern Europe until 1990... 1000 thanks. And that will never be enough.

Hello FrenchTastic, it's alright not to bring flowers. What's important is your presence there at the American soldier's cemetery and your sincere gratitude to these soldier's. Also merci for bringing your big heart❤!!!!!! Greetings from San Francisco California, U.S.A. your American friend "Eddie"! Take care and be safe. "viva la France, viva America!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ 😊🙋‍♂️

Beautifully done. Thank you. American veteran here, the whole world is forgetting the sacrifices of freedom! Your tears are true flowers!!!!!

Thank you for paying your respects. I have a great-uncle buried in the Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery in Romagne, France. He was killed in action on November 4, 1918 - one week before WWI ended. It's nice to see people still paying respects to those who sacrificed all.

The crosses got me emotional also.

The _HELL_ that unfolded on that land 80 years ago is absolutely unimaginable to the rest of us who weren't there. It is imperative that we keep the memories of those courageous men who fought, and died for the freedom we enjoy today, Alive. To never ever ever be forgotten. We owe them that, and so very much more. ❤

As a Canadian, who was formerly an American, I want to thank you for taking the time to visit and remember those who valiantly fought in defence of liberty. Your efforts are much appreciated.

And we'd do it again, in a heart beat. Thank you and France for taking such magnificent care of our fallen......

As one who will probably never get the chance to pay my respects at those beaches, I thank you. A respectful and awesome video to honor those who died. Thank you again Marie

For such a place of true sadness, that Canadian cemetery is so ironically beautiful.

Young lady, your mere presence there honors the fallen men and honors me as an American. Thank You for your display of respect.😇

France is our oldest Ally, we wouldn't exist without your country. Thank you for honoring the sacrifice of our countrymen with your time and your tears and your appreciation. My your Path be the Light.

Marie -- wow, thanks for posting this! I'm retired US Army and I thought visiting OUR Arlington Nat'l Cemetery was emotionally draining (and totally worth it)... but THIS... you've convinced me to put this on my bucket list. I could feel your tears across an ocean... the world needs more people like you... compassionate, honest, authentic... loved all of it!

Thank you for taking us on your journey to these memorials. I never knew that these cemeteries were like this when I was in school in the US. I absolutely love having a French person's POV going along these. It's so beautiful to see how each different cemetery is laid out but all are screne, calm, and strikingly able to convey emotions. Much respect for going to Normandy and taking us along, for so many cannot.

If it wasn't for the French, the United States of America may not exist. The feeling is mutual. Vive la France! God Bless the United States of America!

Marie, I'm an American. I want to say how much I appreciate your visit to this very special place. I commend the efforts of your countrymen to maintain in dignity and respect the Graves of my fellow Americans. It could not be imagined how France could do more to give honor to those who shared Frances burden. With great appreciation for all you have done, adieu.

Très belle vidéo; Marie. Belle et émouvante. I live in Normandy where the memory of the young men, from allover the World, who died for the freedom of France and Europe will never be forgoten/ Merci. Note that all military cimeteries are no longer part of France, but belong to Canada, England, USA, ...

Marie, you are a very special person and have touched the hearts of many people. You cried, I cried and I believe we all cried at your wonderful tribute to all of those that sacrificed their lives so that we can remain free. Thank you for your hard work. This video is a reminder to live each day to its fullest. I am going to share this on my Facebook page. I think my friends deserve to see how wonderful you are!

“I didn’t even bring flowers.” This scene with your apologetically emotional remark got me. My family and I had the opportunity to visit here many years ago; thank you for this video.

THANK YOU from both sides of my family for showing both the American and British cemetery. I had family on both sides. Fighting over there and also over in the Pacific against the Japanese. You have done something most Americans, British, and Canadian are not been able to do!! To make a trip there. THANK YOU again !!!Great Video.

All the cemeteries there are lovely. But there is something about the Canadian one with all the flowers, and close together that seems so peaceful. And that village on the coast there is beautiful even if a bit touristy.

Marie, you made me cry. Thank you! The next time that I am in France, I am going to visit the graves of all those brave soldiers! Soon...when the COVID-19 pandemic is over. I want to walk down the Champs Elysees again! La Tour Eiffel...!

Thank you for showing the whole world the true price of FREEDOM! God bless you. And thank you for showing the places that TV and the movies never show. And a special thank you to the French people for keeping that ground Sacred. My grandfather fought in Europe in WWII.

Wonderful job Marie! Your tears meant a lot too this American. I’ve never seen the American Cemetery quite like that, or the Canadian and British Cemeteries ever. We don’t always remember all of the other countries our military fought alongside. I look forward too the rest of your filmography as you take us deeper into Normandy and the history of this terrible time there in France and all of Europe.

As an Australian I am proud of the young men from my country who fought in both world wars. It is something that I pray young men and woman never have to face again.

I have an uncle buried in France. He was a victim of war. I appreciate you visiting the American cemetery. I will never have the opportunity to. He was my mom's brother.

As a Canadian I feel like, even in my own country, we tend to forget about Juno Beach. While we didn't have huge cliffs or hills, Juno was held by German units who had fought since the invasion of Poland. Some ofvthe most veteran forces the Germans had, as such iv read that some historians say it was the second hardest beach to take after Omaha. I hope one day you have the chance to visit the Vimy Ridge cemetery. Where Canada won a major battle agenced the German Keiser in WW1. The first colonial power to win a major victory against a major European power on European soil. There's a line from the movie "Passchendaele", also know as the battle of Ypres, that says about Vimy, "The English couldn't do it, the French couldn't do it, it was just us, the Canadian Corps." Some say that place is where Canada became a nation. I hope to see it one day.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart.our family had family that fought in the war and die there , and through your video we were able to go to the cemetery and visit them also . What a wonderful and beautiful thing you have done for all us who don’t have the money to travel there , but you took us . Thank you so much and God Bless You Sweet Girl

I thank you! This old vet would never get to see that hallowed place.

Thank you for doing that being an American I probably would have never got the chance to see all that being a US Marine I thank you with all my heart

Over the years I had the HONOR of meeting several WW II vets. What a wonderful and strong group! They had/have a real sense of duty. The United States was not getting bombed on a regular bases, therefore our manufacturing could continue My country believed that they had to help STOP the Axis Powers at ALL costs. Had to!!!! Thank GOD they did. At one point you said I didn't bring flowers. Young lady you brought respect and thankfulness! That my dear is far better than flowers. And you were right they were about your age. I may have told you this before, back in the 1970's I met a man who spent his 18th birthday hitting the beach at Normandy. I told him Mr. Davis I can't fit that into my head. These cemeteries are well maintained and beautiful. Thank you Young Lady for taking the time to do this, My GOD continue to watch over and take care of you. You to are very special.................!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You have a good heat, Marie. My father was on a naval ship off shore for this. He did not speak of this much. As a former US Airman and a US Army soldier, I thank you for the respect you have shown to all our fallen Brothers in Arms. Bravo Zulu.

I wish more people especially here in the states understood the sacrifices made for our country. Many of them cry and complain about how bad America is. These men died for their right to do so. But I just don’t think they truly understand. Thank you Marie.

Very cool video and very powerful and emotional veiws . Thanks for sharing.

My dad was at Normandy, thanks so much Marie for this trip and sharing it with us all. Brought me to tears!

Hallowed ground indeed. Thank you so much for this touching video. From south Florida, USA Never forget those who sacrificed for all of our freedoms. Here in the USA we call these men of WWII " The Greatest Generation ", and they are.

Thank you for showing this. My father landed on Omaha beach on D-Day. He didn't talk about it much. I can't imagine the horror of what he and the other men witnessed. Seeing all those bomb craters was amazing. Five days before he passed away, he was awarded the French Medal of Liberty, sitting at attention in a wheelchair in the hospital. I think he was waiting to receive it before passing. He was buried with that medal pinned to his chest.

Sacred ground. Melissa Ward here. Usa . Thanks for posting your trip with us. I know it was very moving for you,and us as well.

Great video. My father fought the Nazis in France. He would have turned 100 this year.

Sadly in the US many Americans don’t know or care anymore about WWII and the sacrifices made to give them their spoiled life today. Thank you for honoring and remembering these heroes.

As an American in her 60’s, this video brought tears to my eyes. Many take their freedom for granted, and have forgotten the sacrifice men gave, yet all should be grateful for what these fallen men did to ensure our country is free.

What a wonderful tour. You are truly a woman of grace and love. All young people should go to see what so many young men and women gave their lives to protect. God bless u young lady.

Thank you for creating this wonderful video. I have lived in many parts of the USA. I have walked on some battlefields and seen many historic places throughout the United States. This video you made was amazing. It was very respectful and provided the opportunity for many people who might not be able to make to France to see these historic locations! I have worked part of a summer putting hay in a barn for some neighbors (they were brothers who owned the farm) a few years back. I found out one of their brothers died in WWI and was buried in Meuse-Argonne. As history has taught us. We are all in this together. France helped the United States when we were fighting for independence from Britain. Ironically when France was invaded, both the United States and Britain helped the French regain their independence. It shows how countries can have their differences but still respect and support each other when it is needed! Thank you again for this amazing video!!

Thank's for your Work and your Time Marie. It means much to me, as a German... Peace!!!

Marie, I want to thank you for this amazing video, Thank you for caring enough about your country and History to see what it costs for Freedom. I wish all of those here in the U.S. that are your age could see this. I think it could help them see what a wonderful country they are living in. Thank you.

As an American, I’d like to thank you for honoring those brave men. They fought for those who couldn’t fight back. They supported those who wanted to fight back. I visited Normandy at a young age with my family. That experience. To be surrounded by heroes affected my father who told me…. “Never forget what these men did for us.” Again, thank you. I wish more Americans felt the way you felt.

Your love and respect for the foreign soldiers who died 80 years ago fighting for your freedom is very touching. Love from Florida❤.

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. You cry, then I cry.

First time seeing the Canadian cemetery thank you. And the contribution the French, British and native Indians fighting here in Canada to develop our country in 1812 leaving the country bilingual, English and French. 🇨🇦

30 years ago this month I spent the summer in Normandy with my grandparents, I was 16. My grandfather had landed on one of the British beaches on D-Day as a radio operator and wanted to show his grandchildren where he had been and fought but the strange thing was he took us to all of the beaches, semetaries and museums etc and on into northern France where he fought through but never told us anything about why he had brought us to these places and what had happened to him at them in 1944. About a week and a half into the trip our grandmother told us, me my brother and sister, that he couldn't bring himself to talk about any of it. 50 years of PTSD overwhelmed him. There was no such thing as support or treatment for it back in 1946 when he was discharged after years of war all over Europe and Asia. We later found out that he had seen many of his friends die in northern France while he was lucky despite many close calls. Of course he felt guilt rather than luck. Great Video :-)

Freedom is not free. This is the heartbreaking price that has to be paid for those wanting it. Thank you for taking us on this journey