Charles Norman Shay, Date of Birth, Place of Birth
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American writer and veteran from World War II and the Korean War
Date of Birth: 27-Jun-1924
Place of Birth: Bristol, Connecticut, United States
Profession: writer
Nationality: United States
Zodiac Sign: Cancer 
About Charles Norman Shay
- Charles Norman Shay (born June 27, 1924) is a Penobscot tribal elder, writer, and decorated veteran of both World War II and the Korean War.
- Along with a Bronze Star and Silver Star, Shay was also awarded the Legion d'Honneur, making him the first Indian in Maine with the distinction of French chevalier.
- He was instrumental in the re-publishing of a book by his own grandfather, Joseph Nicolar: The Life and Traditions of the Red Man, originally published in 1893.
- He has recently written an autobiography, Project Omaha Beach: The Life and Military Service of a Penobscot Indian Elder that details his time abroad in the military.
- Shay is also a direct descendant of Jean-Vincent d'Abbadie de Saint-Castin.
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