During a visit to a missing-in-action war memorial in Scranton, Pennsylvania, President Joe Biden spoke about his uncle, Ambrose Finnegan, who served in the Pacific campaign during World War Two. Finnegan’s plane was shot down over New Guinea, where there were cannibals at the time. Despite efforts to recover his body, Finnegan was never found.
The president shared this story as part of his reelection campaign efforts and also referenced his late son Beau’s sacrifice while serving in Iraq. He emotionally discussed Beau’s passing and how it connected to his military service. Biden expressed his belief that Trump is not fit to be commander in chief due to the latter’s comments on military service members.
Biden’s visit to Pennsylvania was filled with nostalgia and reflection on his family’s military history, highlighting the importance of honoring those who have served their country. As he spoke about Finnegan’s disappearance and Beau’s sacrifice, he emphasized the need for us to remember and honor our fallen soldiers for their bravery and sacrifices made for our country.