Paratroopers over Normandy kick off the D-Day anniversary celebrations.

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An ever-decreasing number of veterans, now aged 90 to 100, attend these commemorative events, reflecting on the pivotal events that changed history.

On Sunday, paratrooper jumps from World War II planes kicked off the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy, France, ahead of the official celebrations.

Across the Normandy coast, where on June 6, 1944, young soldiers from the United States, Britain, Canada, and other Allied countries landed on five beaches under Nazi fire, French officials, survivors, and other admirers are expressing their gratitude for these heroic actions.

Dwindling Veterans and Witnesses

An ever-decreasing number of veterans, now aged 90 to 100, attend these commemorative events, reflecting on the pivotal events that changed history. The goal of the ceremonies, which will see participation from several world leaders this week, is partly to pass the torch of remembrance to current generations, who are once again witnessing war in Europe, specifically in Ukraine.

France expects to host U.S. President Joe Biden, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and members of the British royal family at the celebratory events. The youngest American veteran in attendance is 96 years old, while the oldest is 107.

We did our job, came home, and that was it. I don’t think we ever talked about it. I didn’t talk about it for 70 years,” said Ralph Goldsticker, a veteran and captain in the U.S. Air Force who served in the 452nd Bombardment Group during the Allied landings.

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