Retired East Lansing teacher to get national honor as WWII Army Ranger
Of the over 7,000 U.S. Army Rangers who served during World War II, retired East Lansing teacher Robert Vondale is one of just 13 still living.
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Of the over 7,000 U.S. Army Rangers who served during World War II, retired East Lansing teacher Robert Vondale is one of just 13 still living.
There likely could be other WWII Rangers who will be eligible for a second Congressional Gold Medal.
"It will be a great honor to each and every one of us."
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When Army Capt. John Raaen, Jr. reached the shores of Omaha Beach in Normandy, France, on June 6, 1944, it was already a scene of chaos.