My grandfather (Papa) Haskell R. Williamson served in World War II in the 82nd Airborne Division, 320th Glider Field Artillery Battalion. He was a Purple Heart recipient. He participated in the Allied Forces D-Day invasion of German occupied territory on the coast of Normandy.
My Papa was as much like a father figure to me and even more so at times than my own dad. I miss him and am honored to be the grandson of such a courageous man. His sacrifice for our freedom will never be fully understood, but it is not forgotten.
Thank You to all of my fellow veterans on this Veterans Day 2011.
