SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCBD) - The bronze star medal is awarded to service members for heroic or meritorious service in a combat Zone. It is a big deal, especially for Lt. Bill Kruke.

A 99-year-old World War II veteran was presented Thursday with the United States fourth-highest individual military award. News 2 headed to Summerville for this special ceremony.

A special honor and one that has been a long time coming from William "Bill" Kruke.

"I almost cried, I almost cried when I heard that," Kruke said. "What else is there to say?"

There is plenty to say when it comes to Bill Kruke, the World War II veteran, who was surrounded by his wife, family, and friends at the village of Summerville when he was presented with the fourth-highest individual military award.

"Lt. Kruke is being awarde

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