WWII Planes Drop Parachutists Over Normandy for 80th D-Day Anniversary
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Parachutists jumped from WWII-era planes over Normandy to kick off a week of ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The events honor the dwindling number of surviving veterans and their sacrifices, with U.S. lawmakers also participating in a commemorative parachute jump. The ceremonies aim to preserve the memory of the historic invasion and its significance, especially as current generations witness new conflicts in Europe.
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