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Waverly Woodson Jr Posthumously Awarded For D-Day Efforts

On June 3, Woodson, who died in 2005 at 83, was posthumously honored with the Distinguished Service Cross for his heroism during D-Day.

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D-Day Black History: 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion Untold Story

The 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion played a crucial role in the D-Day invasion of Normandy, yet their story is often overlooked.

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Waverly Woodson Jr Posthumously Awarded For D-Day Efforts

On June 3, Woodson, who died in 2005 at 83, was posthumously honored with the Distinguished Service Cross for his heroism during D-Day.

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Memorial Day ceremonies in Louisville

On this Memorial Day, we remember the millions of people who have sacrificed for our country and our freedoms.

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Black veterans honored at west Louisville cemetery for Memorial Day weekend

The National Association for Black Veterans coordinated the annual event.

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