Andy Negra Jr. proudly lays claim to being among the last of what is known as “The Greatest Generation.” Andy Negra Jr. proudly lays claim to being among the last of what is known as “The Greatest Generation.” Andy Negra Jr. proudly lays claim to being among the last of what is known as “The Greatest Generation.
The 100-year-old Margol, who lives in suburban Atlanta, is among the dwindling band of veterans of the conflict leaving Atlanta on Sunday on a chartered flight for Deauville, Normandy. The veterans will take part in parades, school visits and ceremonies — including the official June 6 commemoration of the landings by soldiers from across the United States, Britain, Canada and other Allied nations on five beaches.
of Helen, Georgia came ashore with the 6th Armored Division at Utah Beach on July 18, 1944, about six weeks after D-Day. It’s his second trip back to France after also taking part in last year’s flight.