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Winding Road to 99

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Walter Glenn of Dinuba, CA appears on episode #588 of Hometown Heroes, airing August 8-12, 2019, just head of his 99th birthday. A native of Gowen, OK, Glenn spent more than 500 days in combat with the 32nd Infantry Division during World War II.

Walter Glenn celebrated his 22nd, 23rd, 24th, and 25th birthdays in uniform during World War II. For more photos, visit the Hometown Heroes facebook page.

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2 responses to “Winding Road to 99”
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    Linda James

    Paul, I thank you for the interview you did with my Dad. It is awesome. This will be something his entire family will cherish forever. It will be handed down from generation to generation.
    Thank you so much!!
    Linda

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      hooppaul@sbcglobal.net

      He is remarkable! Thank you for the opportunity to visit with him and record some of his story. The relationship the two of you have is exemplary. I hope my daughters feel that way about me someday. Thank you, Linda!
      Paul

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