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In the Second World War, the average age of the American military was the mid 20's, with those of more advanced years generally excluded from combat roles. There are some, however, who defied conventional wisdom and served their country regardless of age. This is the story of one of the oldest soldiers on Omaha Beach.


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Show Created by Daniel Turner (B.A. (Hons) in History, University College London)
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