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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 2012
Page
3
A World War II veteran recalls heavy duty in New Guinea and the Philippines with the 211th anti aircraft unit. He describes a Navy injury to his brother in law, the later death in Leyte Cemetery, and the impact on family including gold star flags and a young daughter.
Hill and Dudley join the 20th Central Illinois Honor Flight from Williamson County Regional Airport to Washington DC. About 75 World War II veterans toured monuments including the World War II Memorial free of charge. Dudley calls it an honor to take the last family member who spoke to her father, while Hill notes lasting memory of those who served.
Kirkpatrick and Vanhorn, two World War II veterans from Lesser and Valier, traveled with 70 fellow veterans on an early morning flight and expect to return after 7 15 p.m. The pair, who fought near the Pacific theater and later served in McArthur's occupation headquarters, say the trip to visit war memorials elicits emotion and gratitude.
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