WWII Veteran’s Moving RNC Speech: ‘America is Our Home’
The audience erupted with chants of “USA” after war hero announced, “If President Trump was back as commander in chief, I would go back and reenlist today.”
During the Republican National Convention, 98-year-old WWII and D-Day veteran Sgt. William Pekrul announced, “If President Trump was back as commander in chief, I would go back and reenlist today,” which sparked a standing ovation from the audience.
During his service, Pekrul recounted witnessing “the horror of the Nazi’s war camps.” He reflected on the aftermath of Hitler’s death and the Nazi’s being defeated.
When he returned home after fighting in Europe, he “kissed the ground” and thanked God he was home.
“There aren’t many of us left today, but for those of us who are here, America is still worth fighting for,” he continued.
“I would storm whatever beach my country needs me to,” he added.
He said, “people say America is an idea, but I believe America is much more than that, America is our HOME.”
His speech, filled with patriotism and urgency, moved the crowd, loudly chanting “USA.”
Pekrul’s message underscored his belief in strong leadership and national defense—to protect his home.
As a side note, he also mentioned being a proud husband of 76 years and having 11 children. His wife, it seems, is a hero in her own right.
This WWII veteran’s speech…WOW
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— Adam Morgan (@RepAdamMorgan) July 18, 2024
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So many excellent, moving speeches, and this one ranked up near the top.
He would probably be a better soldier than many now filling the ranks, courtesy of DEI.
Amazing. Such inspiring words and presence. A living testament to heroism, courage, sacrifice and the best of U.S. values and ethos.
Very glad the GoP took some time to put the spotlight on one of the few remaining WWII Veterans and give him the microphone. I suspect that some are impatient to move on to ‘other things’ instead of taking the opportunity to reflect on this man, his service in uniform, to his Family and community. All too soon these guys and the living memory of their experiences will be gone.
I always remember my father telling me that the scariest part of the war wasn’t the three days of bloody, intense combat before being captured, not being interned in a German Stalag, but being liberated by the animalistic Russian Army.
Lou Dobs has died
Dobbs.. sorry
I loved that man, a truth teller
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