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The Incredible Story of a World War II Hero.

US soldiers attend a ceremony at an US cemetery near Colleville-sur-Mer Normandy, Thursday, June 6, 2024. World War II veterans from across the United States as well as Britain and Canada are in Normandy this week to mark 80 years since the D-Day landings that helped lead to Hitler's defeat. Photo: Associated Press/AP Photo/Laurent Cipriani

The Incredible Story of a World War II Hero.

Best-selling author Dr. Walter Larimore discusses the incredible true story of his father, Lt. Phil Larimore, a World War II veteran who was the recipient of one Silver Star, two Bronze Stars, and four Purple Hearts. ‘At First Light’ is the story of a humble soldier, the youngest infantry officer who served under daily hostile fire throughout Europe.

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