We were fortunate enough to finally take a trip to Normandy last August.
When our tour bus got to within a few miles of the beaches...we were all surprised to see that many (majority for sure) of PRIVATE homes in the French countryside are still flying the Canadian, Union Jack and American flags outside their homes. I mean - large flags - not decals in the windows. Dozens and dozens and dozens of private homes--these not business scrambling for business.
We certainly honor and remember the soldiers, sailors, airmen and civilians from US, GB and Canada who gave their life to liberate these people. The French have not forgotten their sacrifices either. They still pay a personal devotion and gratitude to these heroes every day.
It was truly a proud, intensely emotional and remarkable visit...
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