Michael Herbert, an amateur World War II historian, spent more than two years researching and writing his recently published book titled “Leaving Campus: A World War II Epitaph.”
For Memorial Day, an American military cemetery in Cambridge wants to honor the Americans (including North Dakotans and Minnesotans) who are buried there with photos beside their grave markers. Maybe you know one of these men.
Gerald Wraa enlisted in the Navy when he was 19. He served four years during World War II, including three in combat in the North Atlantic, North Africa and the South Pacific.
Minnesota 96-year-old Arnold "Buck" J. Zahratka told reporters that he was amazed by the commendation and reflected on his service in the U.S. Army during the pivotal battle.
