Thanks again, Raillery....My late father landed in the 4th wave of over 20 on Omaha Beach. Sharpshooter, shot 3 times, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, saw death and unspeakable carnage that day ala "Saving Pvt Ryan", coupled with unfailing courage and heroism on the battlefield. Later, landed at Anzio, and fought in the Battle of the Bulge in subzero cold and exploding trees from constant directed artillery fire. Truly frightening.
To the "Greatest Generation", and those that perished on this most hallowed day that we may remain free, I am forever in your debt.
Respectfully
Virt