A WWII Ghost Army was secret for decades. Now the artist soldiers will finally get their recognition
by Jamie Stengle
Mar 21, 2024
3 minutes
Their mission during World War II was a secret. With inflatable tanks, trucks and planes, combined with sound effects, radio trickery, costume uniforms and acting, the American military units that became known as the Ghost Army helped outwit the enemy.
Now, they are being awarded the Congressional Gold Medal.
of the seven known surviving members are set to attend the ceremony at the US Capitol on Thursday, including 100-year-old Seymour Nussenbaum of Monroe Township, New
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