The Brief
- A 99-year-old veteran in Sarasota is preparing to celebrate his 100th birthday in February.
- Bernard served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the U.S Army during the Korean War.
- Students and staff from Sarasota Military Academy helped Bernard prepare for his upcoming birthday with a musical performance.
SARASOTA, Fla. – A performance was held this morning at Sarasota Military Academy in Sarasota, and there was one special guest in the room: A World War II and Korean War veteran preparing for his own milestone.
Lieutenant Bernard has been heavily involved with SMA and also the arts. The songs of the season brought a smile as students from Sarasota Military Academy performed.
Memories of the past came alive for Lieutenant Bernard. …