James Paras, Author at National Coast Guard Museum

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Coxswain for all invasions—Robert Ward and the Joseph T. Dickman at D-Day

James Paras, William A. Bleyer — July 3, 2024

While Omaha saw the worst fighting on D-Day, Utah beach would prove a career highlight for Seaman First Class Robert Ward.