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Hopkins Historical Society: Conversation with World War II Veterans

Veterans Day may be Nov. 11, but honoring America’s servicemen and women doesn’t have to stop after that.

The is hosting a conversation with two local World War II veterans Nov. 20.

Merrill Burgstahler served with Gen. George Patton during the Battle of the Bulge.  His 777th anti-aircraft battalion shot down 111 Luftwaffe planes. Floyd Dahl was captured and imprisoned in a German POW camp.

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Everyone is invited to come hear the veterans’ stories and honor them for their service.

The event takes place at 2:30 p.m. Nov. 20 at the . Refreshments will be served.

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