2 l A Tribute to the Heroes of World War II
The News
A note from the publisher
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We often forget just how much so many have sacrificed for us to be able to enjoy the rich bounties this nation offers. My wife’s grandfather is a member of the Greatest Generation, and is truly a great American. It was not until recently that he spoke with our family about some of what he endured during his years of serving in the Army in the European Theater during World War II. His stories of some of the situations he both suffered and persevered through battle resonated with me in ways that other media has previously failed to do. A.I. Smith, like so many of our CHARLES HILL citizens, valiantly defended MORRIS, JR. our country’s freedoms and sovereignty against those that wanted to see its successes vanquished and its citizenry controlled. It is out of a sense of awe and respect that we at The Covington News and The Rockdale News felt the need to begin memorializing our community’s veterans. This is especially urgent for World War II veterans, who are being lost at a rate of 600 a day. This Memorial Day, we will produce our first print publication and launch our permanent online repository of articles, photos and videos that honor those who have done so much for all of us. The staff and I feel this is the least we can do, as a thank you to those who protect our freedoms. Sincerely,
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China/Burma/India
Marine recon survives brutal Pacific battles By Pete Mecca
By Pete Mecca
Fighting for justice at Gaudalcanal By Pete Mecca
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Surviving the the Day of Infamy
Homefront
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Tanker survives ‘The Burning Grave’
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Miracle over Europe
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Italian/N. African Theater
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Keeping the fires burning at home By Jessica Smith
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Tuskegee Airman on the fight to serve
Surviving ‘The Battle for Anzio’
By Bryan Fazio
By Pete Mecca
Submitted photo
Thank you to Pete Mecca, author of “A Veteran’s Story” series. For more Veteran’s Stories, go to www.aveteransstory.us
Charles Hill Morris, Jr.
Missing in jungles of Burma By Pete Mecca
By Pete Mecca
European Theater
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With Sincere
James F. Fleming
THANK YOU!
THANKS for your
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and for our
Newton County Sheriff’s Office – Ezell Brown, Sheriff
With dedication and courage, you have put yourself in harm's way in order to protect the freedom we hold so dear. For this, you have our admiration and heartfelt gratitute. May God bless each of you!
Clerk of Superior Court Newton County
Linda D. Hays