World War II veteran Ceo, speaks with Airmen, Soldiers

Mr. Ceo Bauer, Former 377th Infantry Regiment rifleman, and Dany Patrix hold up a photo of Ceo’s former infantry regiment at Cherbourg – Maupertus Airport, France, June 1, 2024. Activated too late to deploy for World War I, the division remained in the Army’s reserve until World War II, when it was sent to Europe. Renowned for fighting back fierce German counterattacks, the division earned the nickname “Iron Men of Metz” for fighting to liberate and defend the town. (U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
Mr. Ceo Bauer, Former 377th Infantry Regiment rifleman, talks with a U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 37th Airlift Wing, at Cherbourg – Maupertus Airport, France, June 1, 2024. Eighty years later, the bravery and heroism by all Allies and U.S. forces during World War II continue to resonate around the world – as today’s Alliance remains steadfast in its commitment to global peace and security. We honor those in whose footsteps we follow by remaining ready and postured to face regional and global threats in an increasingly dynamic security environment in Europe. (U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
Mr. Ceo, Former 377th Infantry Regiment rifleman, signs cards for U.S. Air Force Airmen and U.S. Army Soldiers attending the talk at Cherbourg – Maupertus Airport, France, June 1, 2024. Ceo spoke with U.S. Air Force Airmen and U.S. Army Soldiers about his past experiences as infantry, where he was awarded the purple heart, alongside many other awards for his service. (U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
Mr. Ceo Bauer, Former 377th Infantry Regiment rifleman, talks with a room full of U.S. Air Force Airmen and U.S. Army Soldiers about his time fighting during World War 2, at Cherbourg – Maupertus Airport, France, June 1, 2024. By never forgetting what happened here eight decades ago, we pay fitting tribute to the D-Day and World War II veterans as we preserve their heritage to secure a future of peace and security in the Euro-Atlantic area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
Mr. Ceo, Former 377th Infantry Regiment rifleman, signs cards for U.S. Air Force Airmen and U.S. Army Soldiers attending the talk at Cherbourg – Maupertus Airport, France, June 1, 2024. Ceo spoke with U.S. Air Force Airmen and U.S. Army Soldiers about his past experiences as infantry, where he was awarded the purple heart, alongside many other awards for his service. (U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)