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I acknowledge and fondly remember my grandfathers, Maurice and Archie, who provided me with the inspiration and foundation necessary to share their story. I would like to humbly express my appreciation to the men of the 558th AAA AW BN and U.S.S. Culebra Island ARG7 for telling their stories. I thank and stand in awe of the countless veterans I have met and interviewed over the years. Lastly, thank you to the millions of World War II veterans who served our country during 1939-1945. Our current freedom was paid for in blood – it is the responsibility of my generation and those that follow to never forget the high cost of freedom and to protect it at all costs.