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This evening I was part of a very special event. Attending the Grand Opening Tribute & Liberation Reception commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands. Chilled with a decorated World War 2 veteran that was part of Battle of Normandy “We did what we had to do!” ❤️ Jim
May 13, 2025, 2:21 AM
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