In a sense tribute faced with the heroism of World War II veterans, a group of US lawmakers parachuted into Normandy, echoing the daring actions of D-Day paratroopers 80 years ago. These lawmakers, all veterans, used some of the same vintage planes that transported American soldiers to France during the historic invasion. A post on X shows Rep. Cory Mill (R-Fla.)'s thrilling jump with a bird's-eye view:
ONLY TO: @CoryMillsFL jump from a perfectly good plane in Normandy, France in honor of the 80th anniversary of D-Day! pic.twitter.com/ycUUBWCcNu
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Reps. Jason Crow (D-Colo.) and Michael Waltz (R-Fla.) led the mission, joined by fellow congressional veterans: Dan Crenshaw (R-Texas), Ronny Jackson (R-Texas), Rich McCormick ( R. -Ga.), Mark Green (R-Tenn.), Cory Mills (R-Fla.), Darrell Issa (R-Calif.) and Keith Self (R-Texas).
Reflecting on the experience, Representative Crow, an Army Ranger who served in integral units in the Normandy invasion, expressed the deep personal significance of the jump. “Revisiting these same fields 80 years later was an extraordinary experience, underscoring the immense service and sacrifice of our predecessors,” Crow said.
In an interview with ABC News before the jump, Crow emphasized the unity and shared purpose that define America's greatest moments. “Our nation thrives when we unite under a common cause and make individual sacrifices for the greater good,” he said. Crow also noted the importance of American leadership in the world, suggesting that this commemorative jump serves as a reminder of its value.
Rep. Waltz emphasized the urgency of honoring World War II veterans, noting that this anniversary could be the last major one with surviving participants. “The youngest veteran we know is 96, and the oldest is 107. It's crucial to keep their stories and sacrifices alive,” Waltz remarked. He also emphasized the importance of bipartisan cooperation and suggested that having more veterans in Congress could benefit the country.
This event brought together lawmakers from across the political spectrum, demonstrating a united front in paying tribute to the sacrifices of D-Day veterans. Both Crow and Waltz had previously participated in a similar jump five years ago for the 75th anniversary of D-Day, reinforcing its commitment to remember this crucial moment in history.
The jump included an exciting but safe experience with vintage aircraft, which Rep. Crow humorously acknowledged. “Jumping out of an 80-year-old plane is a bit mind-boggling, but the pilots were exceptional and the exercise was very safe,” Crow noted, appreciating the advances in modern aviation systems.
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