re: Normandy vet sings "Blood on the Risers/Paratrooper thread. Any jumpers?

There was a man that worked on a pile driving crew for us in the 70’s. He was in his mid 50’s or early 60’s. He jumped at Normandy when he was 17 years old.

The man was a walking muscle. Worked on boats and a truck farm since he was a child.

He was incredibly strong as I watched him stab 60’ creosote piling and handle the leads. He was strong and tough , didnt take any shite, killed many men.

He was also a very kind gentleman with an absolutely beautiful wife and family from down the bayou.

He got along pretty good with the folks in France because he could speak French. It was his first language.

He was called upon for his French speaking by officers above him. He was also n great demand because he could speak French to facilitate back room deals. The world is crooked. Always has been ,always will be.