Russell O'Connell of Annandale, Va., who served with the 368th Fighter Group of the Army Air Corps during World War II, tells war stories to Rocky Run Middle School students in Chantilly, Va., during the school's 10th annual World War II Day, called "The Latest Generation Meets the Greatest Generation," on Thursday, June 9, 2011. The day included small-group interviews with WWII vets as well as panel discussions and World War II-inspired entertainment provided by the students. More than 100 vets participated in the day. (Barbara L. Salisbury/The Washington Times)
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