Alabama WWII veterans revisit Normandy for 80th anniversary of D-Day
As the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings approaches, three men from north Alabama who served in World War II are once again flying to the site where so many Americans gave their lives.  WHNT News 19 share The story of Otis Brannon, who thanked his fellow passengers before boarding the ship. “I want […]
Alabama officials join bipartisan delegation to Normandy for D-Day 80th anniversary
Thursday, June 6, marks the 80th anniversary of the Normandy Landings, one of the largest and most decisive battles of World War II. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery), and Representative Terri Sewell (D-Selma) will join a bipartisan congressional delegation traveling to Normandy, France to mark the anniversary. Senator Tuberville's father, Charles Tuberville, […]
Alabama political leaders honor and reflect on 80th anniversary of D-Day
Many Alabama public officials are celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Allied invasion of Normandy during World War II. One of the many reasons we honor and remember the Normandy landings is because James R. Knight, of Fife, Alabama, lost his life on the beaches of Normandy. He was 22 years old. pic.twitter.com/UiUr0BaVpz — Robert […]
