In Noorbeek, The Netherlands, hundreds line the streets to get a glimpse of and welcome the returning veterans. Church bells rang, cannons were fired, and flags were flown in remembrance of the liberation. Noorbeek was just one of many villages we witnessed celebrating their freedom, a scene repeated in towns throughout Europe. One veteran passing the cheering crowds said: "it's just like it was when we came through here 65 years ago...this is what we fought for!"