Eighty years ago today, American soldiers landed on a beach far from home and climbed steep cliffs to successfully complete an important mission. They had trained specifically for the task. Little did they know that the element of surprise they had so hoped for would be negated by the elements and that they would face machine gun fire and German grenades from the cliffs above. In spite of the heavy resistance, they continued on. What the small group of Rangers did on June 6, 1944 represents the best of what happened that day. Even though I was not yet born, and even though none of the men who survived the climb that day are still alive, I am deeply appreciative of the gift that they were a part of giving me that day. Freedom in any form comes at a price. Some of the time that price can be very high. I am thankful for the men who were there that day.
Chris Reimers
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June 6, 2024Eighty years ago today, American soldiers landed on a beach far from home and climbed steep cliffs to successfully complete an important mission. They had trained specifically for the task. Little did they know that the element of surprise they had so hoped for would be negated by the elements and that they would face machine gun fire and German grenades from the cliffs above. In spite of the heavy resistance, they continued on. What the small group of Rangers did on June 6, 1944 represents the best of what happened that day.
Even though I was not yet born, and even though none of the men who survived the climb that day are still alive, I am deeply appreciative of the gift that they were a part of giving me that day. Freedom in any form comes at a price. Some of the time that price can be very high. I am thankful for the men who were there that day.
Chris Reimers
The following videos give more information about the events of that day for those who may be interested:
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