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From D-Day on the beaches of Normandy to Iwo Jima to the surrender of the axis forces in world war 2

WWII Veteran accounts from the frontlines

Stories from those who were there

Discover firsthand experiences of soldiers on the frontlines of World War II

Stories of heroism during the Second World War

Discover the significance of the stories from the veterans of WW2. Inspired by a visit to Normandy in 1999, my mission has been to create a platform that pays tribute to their legacy and heroism. This collection of real stories, serves as an invaluable educational resource, shedding light on the profound impact of the war on those who lived through it.

Read these genuine eyewitness accounts of WW2

Over 286 stories already collected!
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Urgent notice: Veteran stories are being copied

It has come to my attention that certain individuals are copying stories from my website and turning them into poorly produced AI-generated films. These videos often include fabricated battle scenes, disrespectful AI-created imagery and false depictions of veterans and their families. This is not only deeply offensive, but a blatant violation of the trust given to me by the veterans and their families who generously shared these stories. These stolen works are being published on YouTube without permission, using both the stories and imagery taken directly from my site. This constitutes copyright infringement. The stories and images on my site are the property of the veterans and their families and they are not free to use. The rights to these materials are protected under copyright law and unauthorized reproduction or modification is illegal.

This is not just a legal matter, it is a matter of respect. These stories are sacred memories. They represent real lives, sacrifices, and histories. Misusing them with fabricated content is deeply harmful to the legacy of veterans and distressing to their families. You must stop using these materials without explicit permission. If you wish to use a story or image from my site, you must contact me first to request authorization. Please respect the veterans and their families.

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