Life of service: 98-year-old WWII vet reflects on patriotism
WEBJul 19, 2024 · WAUKESHA COUNTY, Wis. — A World War II veteran, a father of eleven children, and husband to Rosemary for 76 years, 98-year-old Sergeant William “Bill” Pekrul remains steadfast in his love for his country. “You’ve got to fight for freedom,” said Pekrul. “I would go back into service as old as I am.
What to know about Milwaukee's William Pekrul, a decorated ... - Yahoo News
WEBJul 19, 2024 · One of the speakers scheduled for the Republican National Convention on Wednesday night is Sgt. William Pekrul, a Milwaukee native and decorated World War II veteran. The theme for the third...
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WEBJul 17, 2024 · World War II veteran William Pekrul spoke at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on Wednesday, a day devoted to foreign policy and national security, as well as Sen. J.D. Vance’s...
'I like Donald': 98-year-old Wisconsin WW II Veteran speaks at RNC
WEBJul 22, 2024 · 98-year-old William Pekrul delivered a prime audience as part of the RNC's 'everyday Americans' speakers. Pekrul landed on Omaha Beach and fought in the Battle of the Bulge.
WWII veteran receives standing ovation, 'USA' chants after moving ...
WEBJul 18, 2024 · Decorated WWII and D-Day veteran Sgt. William Pekrul, 98, received a standing ovation and loud cheers following his emotional RNC speech on night three of the RNC, which was themed, "Make America...
WATCH: Sergeant William Pekrul at 2024 RNC in Milwaukee, WI
WEBWatch Sergeant William Pekrul speak at the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, WI on July 17, 2024.Stay in the loop with the latest coverage fr...
World War II veteran: 'America is still worth fighting for' - NBC News
WEBJul 17, 2024 · 98-year-old World War II veteran William Pekrul said "it hurts my heart to see what our current president and vice president have done to the country I love so well."
RNC 2024: Wisconsin WWII veteran William Pekrul speaks to …
WEBWisconsin World War II veteran Sgt. William Pekrul spoke at the Republican National Convention -- and rallied the crowd in a way only the Greatest Generation...
99-year-old WWII veteran and Wisconsin native speaks at RNC
WEBJul 19, 2024 · MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - William Pekrul is 99 years old and is a United States Veteran from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Wednesday night he took the stage at the Republican National Conference in his hometown. Pekrul spoke on …
WWII Veteran Sergeant William Pekrul speaks at RNC 2024
WEBJul 18, 2024 · Bill was part of the second wave of troops in the assault on Normandy on June 6th 1944. Wounds led to his having to recover in a hospital in England for 42 days. Author: wfaa.com. Published: 9:33...
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