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80th Anniversary of D-Day – The Girl Who Wore Freedom Documentary – Hosted by Saginaw VA and Vassar Theatre

PRESS RELEASE

May 7, 2024

Saginaw , MI — You are invited!

Aleda E. Lutz VAMC (Saginaw VA) and Vassar Theatre will be hosting the documentary, ‘The Girl Who Wore Freedom’ on June 8, 2024,11:00 a.m. at the Vassar Theatre, located at 140 E. Huron St., Vassar, MI. Admission is free. 

June 6, 2024 will mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings along the Normandy coast during World War II, which ultimately led to the liberation of Europe. Celebrate this D-Day anniversary by joining fellow patriots to watch ‘The Girl Who Wore Freedom’ documentary, which embraces an untold love story of two nations uncovered from the ruins of WWII. See how one little girl’s story exemplifies how the French saw, and still remember, the bravery and heroism of the American soldiers. 

“This story deeply touched my heart,” stated Deb Bruske, Health Education Coordinator, proud daughter, and niece of a Veteran. “My passion is to spread awareness of how grateful the French were and still are since their liberation. One of my most memorable statements in the documentary was, ‘Freedom isn’t free, we must never forget.’ It is a must-see film. We hope to widely share this amazing story and honor the enduring bond between the French people and their American liberators.”

Media contacts

Tara Scheuer, Public Affairs Officer

989-497-2500, ext. 13010

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