The 2008 Gathering of World War II Veterans is History Photo Gallery

Francis and Madeline Angier of Williston enjoyed themselves at the event. Mr. Angier, who spoke to the group, was piloting a B-17 pilot when he was shot down and taking as a prisoner by the German Army. Photo by Scott Wheeler

Emily Nyman of Morgan, sitting, one of the Northeast Kingdom's most talented singers, sang musical tributes to the veterans. Some of those songs were written by her friend, Lynn Berry (standing), also of Morgan. Photo by Scott Wheeler

Evelyn Page of Holland served in the Coast Guard in Washington D.C. during the war. Photo by Penny Wheeler

This is one tribute to the World War Tribute one could eat. Photo by Scott Wheeler

These three men met at the event and learned they have a lot in common – they were all involved in the D-Day Invasion on June 6, 1944. Left to right: Lyle Hurtubise of Richford, Ed Parenteau of Derby, and Bill Chamberlin of St. Johnsbury. Parenteau and Chamberlin were involved in the assault on Omaha Beach, while Hurtubise landed on Utah Beach. Photo by Scott Wheeler

World War II veterans, their families, friends, and community residents, turned out to recognize the sacrifices of the WW II generation. Photo by Scott Wheeler

Veterans brought photos and mementos of the war that helped shape their lives. Photo by Scott Wheeler

Joe Queenin of Derby Line, and Charlie Smith of Hardwick, were friends many years ago when they refereed basketball games around the Northeast Kingdom. Queenin served in the Marines and was involved in the battle of Okinawa. Mr. Smith was a tank commander in Europe. Photo by Scott Wheeler

Ted Chaffee (sitting), was accompanied to the event by his daughter, Donna. His appearance was probably the biggest surprise for organizers since he has been battling an illness that has kept him housebound. However, the proud WW II veteran who served in the Navy, wanted to attend the celebration. Also seen in the photo is one of the event's organizers, and friend of Mr. Chaffee, Scott Wheeler of Derby. Photo by Penny Wheeler

U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders and Scott Wheeler of Derby, who's family hosted the event along with the Elks, pose for a photo. Photo by Penny Wheeler

Joe Queenin, who, as a Marine, fought in the battle of Okinawa, speaks as Scott Wheeler listens on. Photo by Penny Wheeler

Tom Salmon, who is the Vermont Auditor of Accounts, is also a veteran.

U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders paid tribute to the World War II veterans and their entire generation. Photo by Photo by Scott Wheeler

Vermont auditor of accounts, who is also a veteran, Thomas Salmon (center), along with his son, Thomas “Buster” Salmon, talk to Vermont senator Robert Starr of Troy and his wife, Anita.

Lyndy Palin of Derby was a B17 pilot during the war.

Donald Wheatley of Glover served in the war.

Tom Maloney, a member of the Elks Lodge, greets those gathered at the WW II event.

Scott Wheeler of Derby, one of the event's organizers, speaks from the podium.

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