World War II veteran inspires young recruits

2,574 views · Published 2 August 2018 · 2:40 · Indexed 21 September 2026

Channel: The Oklahoman · 2018 · News & Politics

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Floyd Cheatwood, a 91-year-old World War II veteran, spends his Tuesday evenings offering words of encouragement and advice to recruits traveling through Oklahoma City to Fort Sill.

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