Omaha Beach memories from D-Day survivor Gerald Prince
Gerald Prince recalls landing on Omaha Beach with the 29th Division on June 6 1944. He describes rough seas deep water hiding minefields and heavy German fire. Prince recounts losses delays and the courage of soldiers while detailing his injuries and later life in McLeansboro.
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Bible saved his life maze hailed by france in chicago
Paul Maze, a Carterville native and World War II veteran, credits a metal Bible cover in his shirt pocket with averting a fatal bullet during combat in Germany. He was honored by the French government in Chicago with a framed certificate presented by the consulate general, as Mayor Daley spoke, while Maze continues teaching as a part time bus monitor in Herrin.
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Marion VA expands same-day surgery amid national shift
The Marion VA Medical Center is undertaking a 1.5 million project to expand its same-day surgery unit, shifting toward outpatient care as veterans’ needs evolve. Peggy Boone notes the renovation updates east wing and adds new clinics, aligning with a nationwide move to modernize VA facilities and reduce aging infrastructure.
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Accuracy Hotline for The Southern Illinoisan
Read this notice urging readers to report inaccuracies in The Southern Illinoisan. Calls are directed to the Jackson County line 529 5454 Ext. 5176 or toll free 800 228 0429 Ext. 5176 from elsewhere, inviting complaints about errors.
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