Retired Corporal Robert Curtis Andree, a 99-year-old World War II veteran and Purple Heart recipient, was honored and inducted into the United States Veterans Hall of Fame.

according to Mobile Fox 10 StoriesAndriy was honored at a ceremony in his hometown of Bucks in the Mobile area.

Andriy served in the 761st Black Tank Battalion at a time when black soldiers were often not recognized as much as they should have been.

“They were fighting a war here in their homeland to be accepted as just human beings. And to go to the front lines and fight for this country in the hope that equality would come was something that touched his heart. speaks of a true passion for humanity and love for God and family,” said Pastor Curtis Draftton. formula.

Andriy was honored and praised My lord. So does Secretary of the Army Christine Warmuth.

“Today, as your name is added to the Veterans Hall of Fame, we want you to know that your story is being told and that future generations of Soldiers are hearing your story and the story of the 761st.” ,” Worms said.

Andriy himself said that his strong faith in God allowed him to return home safely from the war.

“I had a rosary in my hand and I did it every day. And I want you to know that it is because of the Blessed Virgin Mary that I am sitting here with you today.” he said.

The actual ceremony to select the entire 2024 Hall of Fame class will take place on Nov. 16 in Hampton, Virginia, but the organization decided to bring Andree to Alabama early due to his age and health.

A video of Mr. Andriy's ceremony will be broadcast at the national ceremony in November.