Alan Kinder, 100, awarded France’s highest decoration for his role in World War II - Gainesville Times

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Alan Kinder, 100, awarded France’s highest decoration for his role in World War II

Alan Kinder, a 100-year-old World War II veteran, has been awarded the French Legion of Honor for his role in the liberating France during the war. - photo by Jeff Gill

Kinder 02.jpg — Alan Kinder, a 100-year-old World War II veteran, has been awarded the French Legion of Honor for his role in the liberating France during the war. - photo by Jeff Gill

Gainesville’s Alan Kinder, a 100-year-old World War II veteran, has been awarded the French Legion of Honor for his role in liberating France during the war, according to the Consulate General of France in Atlanta.