WWII
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Athens-Clarke County
Athens beloved WWII Veteran will be put to rest Friday at 11 a.m.
Athens businessman and World War II veteran Claude Williams Jr. has passed away at the age of 95. Williams earned many honors including the rank of captain of his 245th U.S. Army Infantry. The Athens community also remembers Williams for his leadership and successful business ventures. Williams founded Athens radio…
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Northeast Georgia News
Oconee County Celebrates World War II Veterans
From Marines, to Navy commanders, to student veterans, more than 100 people gathered in Oconee County yesterday to thank World War II veterans for their service. U.S. Congressman Jody Hice organized the event to honor the soldiers of what some call “The Greatest Generation.” Between stories of war time,…
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Athens-Clarke County
WWII Bomber Planes in Athens
Athens, GA – The WWII bomber planes that flew in on Monday took off at noon today. Didn’t get a chance to see them? Newsource reporter Mason Gepp had a chance to fly in one of the planes.