More than 60 veterans of World War II took off Friday from Dallas to France, where they will take part in ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
The group ranges from 96 to 107 years old, according to American Airlines, which is flying them first to Paris. The flight is one of several that are taking veterans to France for the commemoration.The group will take part in a wreath-laying ceremony at Suresnes American Cemetery, visit the Eiffel Tower and join in a daily ceremony known as le Ravivage de la Flamme, which honors fallen French service members at the Arc de triomphe.
A group of World War II veterans wait to board a plane at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in Dallas, Texas, Friday, May 31, 2024. There are also two Rosie the Riveters, representing women who worked in factories and shipyards during the war.
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World War II veterans take off for France for 80th anniversary of D-DayMore than 60 veterans of World War II are being flown from Dallas to France to take part in ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day
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World War II veterans take off for France for 80th anniversary of D-DayMore than 60 veterans of World War II are being flown from Dallas to France to take part in ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The group that left Friday includes six Medal of Honor recipients from other wars and two Rosie the Riveters, representing the women who worked in factories and shipyards during the war.
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World War II veterans take off for France for 80th anniversary of D-DayMore than 60 veterans of World War II are being flown from Dallas to France to take part in ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
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World War II veterans take off for France for 80th anniversary of D-DayMore than 60 veterans of World War II are being flown from Dallas to France to take part in ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
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World War II veterans take off for France for 80th anniversary of D-DayMore than 60 veterans of World War II are being flown from Dallas to France to take part in ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
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