Summary
Charles Shay, a Native American World War II D-Day veteran, has died at the age of 101. He was an army medic who helped U.S. soldiers during the Normandy landing in 1944 and received several medals for his bravery.
Key Facts
- Charles Shay was a Native American who served in World War II.
- He was the last surviving Native American veteran of the D-Day landings.
- Shay worked as an army medic during the war.
- He took care of wounded U.S. soldiers on the beaches of Normandy in 1944.
- Shay was awarded a Silver Star and three Bronze Stars for his service.
- He passed away at his home in France at the age of 101.
