Letters to the Editor
December 20, 2019

No reason to mention Trump in WWII story

By From JT Staff Reports

Dear Editor,
As a veteran and military historian, the timliness and relevance of the article about the “Battle of the Bulge” (Friday, Dec. 13, edition) was very much appreciated. As the WWII generation of men and women passes on, it is all the more important to share their stories. The sacrifice,...

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