If Bill Belichick decided to wear all of his Super Bowl rings at the same time, he’d proably need two hands — unless one ring fits on his thumb. Belichick, the head coach of the New England Patriots, has achieved what no other coach in the National Football League has: He’s won a record five […]
If Bill Belichick decided to wear all of his Super Bowl rings at the same time, he’d proably need two hands — unless one ring fits on his thumb.
Belichick, the head coach of the New England Patriots, has achieved what no other coach in the National Football League has: He’s won a record five Super Bowl titles.
The man knows football.
But that’s not his only interest.
Belichick is also a history buff, which is why he’s decided to lend his voice to an upcoming documentary on World War II entitled, D-Day: Over Normandy.
The documentary, set to air sometime this spring on PBS, is being produced by the World War II Foundation.
“Growing up in Annapolis, Md., where my father coached football at the United States Naval Academy, I understand the importance of preserving the memory of those who served our nation during World War II,” said Belichick.
“Every day of my childhood, I was immersed in the tradition of the United States Navy. I was, and remain, inspired by their discipline, teamwork and courage, especially the sailors who fought on D-Day and in the Pacific theater, where the U.S. Pacific Fleet sacrificed so much for ultimate victory. The Navy, Army, Air Force and Marines made one heck of a team in World War II.”
Here’s a preview for the documentary in which Belichick gives you a taste of what you’ll get if you tune in when the film airs later this spring.
Click here to read more about Bill Belichick’s involvement in this project.
Tim Gray is the documentary’s director. He’s a national award-winning documentary film director, producer and writer based in Rhode Island.
Tim has produced and directed 17 documentary films to date on the personal stories of the World War II generation.
All of Tim’s films air nationally on American Public Television and also in such countries as China, Australia, France and England.
Click here for more information about Tim Gray and his work for the World War II Foundation.
NOTE: One of the longest-lasting and most enjoyable benefits of working in local television are the people you meet and work with along the way, like Tim Gray. Tim is a former local TV news and sports anchor, and I worked with Tim at WINK Ft. Myers, Fla.
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