It's June 6, 1944. He is 19.
As his landing craft approaches Juno Beach, it strikes a mine that rips through the vessel. Still, he reaches the beach carrying only a fork, knife, and spoon.
Norm Kirby made it through the Nazi bullets.
Norm died this week. Please remember him.
As his landing craft approaches Juno Beach, it strikes a mine that rips through the vessel. Still, he reaches the beach carrying only a fork, knife, and spoon.
Norm Kirby made it through the Nazi bullets.
Norm died this week. Please remember him.
They were wearing paper hats with their national colours.
“After the horrors of Normandy and Belgium, this was a real treat. I found the Dutch people would help us in many ways, even if they put their lives in danger. They were so brave."
We see you, Norm. 🇳🇱🇨🇦
“After the horrors of Normandy and Belgium, this was a real treat. I found the Dutch people would help us in many ways, even if they put their lives in danger. They were so brave."
We see you, Norm. 🇳🇱🇨🇦
"I’m never sorry that I went. I’m never sorry what I did and I would have. I don’t know, I just can’t think of being any other way. And I think most of the guys I know are like that. No regrets."
Thank you, Norm.
Thank you, Norm.
February, 1945. Keppeln, Germany.
Not knowing they would be called into action momentarily, Norm Kirby and his men pose for this photo.
Two hours later, Norm is the only survivor.
Not knowing they would be called into action momentarily, Norm Kirby and his men pose for this photo.
Two hours later, Norm is the only survivor.
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