VOICED: Hero's welcome for US veteran of D-day landings

VOICED: Hero's welcome for US veteran of D-day landings

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10th Grade - University

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Chester Graham, a World War II veteran, is celebrated in Saint Mary Gliese for his role in the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944. He has returned to Normandy almost every year for the past three decades, forming deep connections with the local community. Despite his age, Graham remains active and cherished by residents, tourists, and fellow soldiers. His ties to the region are so strong that he wishes to have his ashes buried there. Normandy holds bittersweet memories for Graham, as he lost many friends during the war but gained many more in the years since.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event did Chester Graham participate in on June 6, 1944?

The Battle of Britain

The Battle of the Bulge

The D-Day landings

The Liberation of Paris

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Chester Graham describe his relationship with Saint Mary Gliese?

As a place he visits occasionally

As a tourist destination

As his second home

As a distant memory

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is notable about Chester Graham's age during his visits?

He is over 100 years old

He is 91 years old

He is in his 80s

He is in his 70s

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the local residents that Chester Graham stays with during his visits?

Pierre and Marie

Roger and Oget

Jean and Sophie

Louis and Claire

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Chester Graham wish for after his death?

To be buried in his hometown

To have his ashes scattered at sea

To have his ashes buried in Normandy

To be remembered in a museum