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Veteran who lied about his age before fighting in Normandy dies aged 101
swindonadvertiser.co.uk · United Kingdom · western europe
A veteran who reportedly lied about his age to fight in Normandy has died at 101 years old. This is a human interest story marking the passing of a historical figure.
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