American WWII Veteran Dennis Boldt Dies at 98
Why this is here: Dennis Boldt served as a gunner using 90mm anti-aircraft weapons during World War II, contributing to the defense of Bastogne in Belgium.
The Bastogne War Museum in Belgium announced the death of American World War II veteran Dennis Boldt at age 98 on Saturday, May 16. He served as a 90mm anti-aircraft gunner with the Third Army under General Patton during the war. Boldt participated in the defense of freedom during a dark period in history, according to the museum.
He attended the 80th anniversary commemoration of the Battle of the Ardennes in December 2024 with the Walk Among Heroes organization. Boldt also threw walnuts from the balcony of the Bastogne town hall, alongside King Philippe and Queen Mathilde.
The museum notes his testimony, kindness, and humility impacted those who met him. They say he embodied remembrance and passing history to future generations. The museum did not specify arrangements for a memorial or further commemorations.
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