GAINESVILLE — Veterans Day was on Wednesday, but that didn't stop World War II veteran Cecil Boswell of Gainesville from celebrating on Friday with students at Myers Elementary School.
The 98-year-old Boswell donned his uniform and spent most of the day visiting with 5th graders at the school on Candler Road.
Teachers said the students had been studying World War II, so having Boswell share his experiences brought their lessons to life. He received hand-made letters and notes from the students and even had lunch with one of the classes.
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World War II veteran Cecil Boswell of Gainesville visits Friday with 5th grade students at Myers Elementary School.
Cecil Boswell, a WWII veteran from Gainesville, shares some of his experiences with 5th graders at Myers Elementary School.
Cecil Boswell, 98, receives letters from students who have been studying about World War II.
Boswell and a student visit for a few minutes during a class at Myers Elementary School in Hall County.
The 98-year-old World War II veteran paused for a photo with this student.
Teachers made sure to get a photo with the decorated WWII veteran on Friday.
Boswell poses for a photo with a Myers Elementary School teacher.
World War II veteran Cecil Boswell, 98, stayed long enough to eat lunch with one class on Friday.
Students respond to questions from their Veterans Day visitor, 98-year-old Cecil Boswell.
This student presents his handmade card to Boswell.
WWII veteran Cecil Boswell makes a new friend at Myers Elementary School.
Another student presents her letter to the visiting WWII veteran.
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