203 - D-Day & Battle Of The Bulge: The LUCKY Life Of A 102 Year Old Veteran! | Unsubscribe Podcast Ep 203

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Chapters

00:00:00 - Invasion Planning Insights

00:01:39 - Honoring Veterans

00:03:58 - Special Watch Gift

00:08:14 - Childhood Stories on the Farm

00:10:18 - High School Journey

00:12:25 - Brother's Sacrifice for School

00:14:28 - Life in High School and Challenges

00:17:00 - Family's Financial Hardships

00:21:31 - Finding a New Home and Support

00:23:06 - Typing Class and Its Impact

00:26:20 - Sick After Milkshake Incident

00:28:30 - Hospital Visit for Appendicitis

00:31:30 - Life as a Company Clerk

00:34:40 - Military Furlough Experience

00:39:04 - Life on Submarine Galley

00:40:35 - Convoy Experience and Submarine Chase

00:42:50 - Assignment in Ireland

00:45:14 - Promotion to Operation Sergeant

00:48:46 - Experience During D-Day

00:51:45 - Secrecy and Court Martial Threats

00:53:22 - Machine Guns Used in Combat

00:54:56 - Experiences with the BAR

00:56:50 - D-Day Mission Delays

00:59:41 - Landing Craft Experience

01:05:24 - Setting Up Command Post

01:07:07 - German Reconnaissance at Midnight

01:08:52 - Book Insights and Availability

01:12:25 - Battle of the Bulge Overview

01:14:10 - Marlene Dietrich's Performance for Troops

01:16:48 - Cold Conditions During Battle

01:19:35 - Landmine Encounters

01:22:40 - World War II Movies Discussion

01:28:09 - Memories of Homecoming

01:30:44 - Fixing Cars and Life Lessons

01:32:54 - Meeting New People After War

01:34:29 - Marriage Proposal Story

01:36:15 - Unexpected Photo Discovery

01:41:25 - Accolades and Recognition

01:45:50 - Honoring Veterans and Service

01:47:32 - Storytelling with Granddaughter

01:51:07 - Honoring Veterans and History

01:54:24 - Advice for Future Generations

01:56:15 - Reflections on Life and Faith

02:00:03 - Closing Remarks and Gratitude

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