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Tank commander Lt. John Howard's forceful order to my
grandfather - Sgt. Donald Norris - saved his life during World War II. MEMORIAL DAY 2016
 Our World War II 'Boys of Fury' and
The Prayer Behind the Barn
Forbes | May 30, 2016
The 2014 film Fury starring Brad Pitt showcased the Sherman tank commanders of World War II in the European theatre.
The fight against Hilter's army was waged against long-odds...
They fought the Germans in the hedgerows of France. They were first-in at the Battle of the Bulge. They defended and crossed the Ludendorff Bridge over River Rhine at Remagen, Germany.
This weekend, I learned many details of my grandfather's WWII deployment. Now, I want to learn even more.
My grandfather's commander was Lt. John Howard (Winnetka, Ill). Howard ordered all 'steel pot' helmets on heads, just moments before my grandfather was shot by a sniper. Thankfully, although the helmet dented, it held strong.
Lt. John Howard's timely order made possible the next 79 descendants of my grandfather and grandmother, Sgt. Donald and Marna Norris: 10 children, 23 grandchildren, and 46 great-grandchildren.
 Family Legacy: Gathering on Mother's Day 2016 are 26 of 79 descendants of my grandfather, Sgt. Donald (Marna) Norris, in St. Charles, Ill. Today, on Memorial Day 2016, let's take time to remember with reverence the men and women who sacrificed and died for our freedom and liberty.
May God Bless America.  Adam Andrzejewski (say: Angie-f-ski)
Founder, OpenTheBooks.com
Matthew Tyrmand Deputy Director
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