WWII Veteran Andrew Negra Celebrates 100th Birthday and D-Day Anniversary

Negra, one of the few remaining WWII veterans, reflects on his service and plans a special trip to France for the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

Andrew Negra, a 100-year-old veteran, served in the Army's 128th Armored Field Artillery Battalion, 6th Armored Division.
He landed on Utah Beach in Normandy on July 18, 1944, and participated in several key battles, including the Battle of Brest.
Negra plans to revisit France for the 80th anniversary of D-Day, a significant event for both Europe and himself.
He survived numerous close calls during the war, including an attack by German planes while hiding behind a well.
Negra attributes the 'Greatest Generation' title to his peers' role in 'saving the world' during WWII.