During WWII, young Cajun and Creole soldiers suddenly found themselves in crucial, invaluable roles that quite literally helped obtain victory in Europe.
Very few people know what happened to Boise City, Oklahoma, in the state's panhandle, in 1943 when the city was subject to a friendly fire bombardment.
That is just what World War II veteran David Saunders wanted to do when he passed away. David died at the age of 98 in a Zachary hospital from Covid-19. David’s wife, Elsie Saunders made sure that her husband’s wishes were followed after his death.
History buffs, families, and schools will want to visit these fascinating locations around Louisiana that were home to history in the making during WWII.